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News • News • 4 Aug 2021

Banjar House in South Tangerang, Indonesia, finds form in its response to site orientation and sun

Located in the residential area of South Tangerang, Indonesia, Banjar House by Wiyoga Nurdiansyah is defined by site orientation and the sun. The layout of the building extends east to west with openings concentrated towards the north and the green areas that act as a privacy buffer. In response to the strong sun, the front eastern façade is a massive wall.  Jonathan Raditya Comprising two floors, the ground floor accommodates the home’s social and service areas including the living room, dining room, and pantry. Indoor to outdoor dividers are designed flexibly so that they can be folded back, allowing a space extension towards the terrace and the garden.  The upper floor consists of 2 bedrooms with attached ba... More