ArchDaily | Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide https://www.archdaily.com/ Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.adsttc.com/doodles/archdaily-logo-feedly.svg 026CB6 https://www.archdaily.com/1186158/climate-density-and-spatial-layers-18-houses-shaping-contemporary-vietnamese-architecture Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:30:00 +0000 Susanna Moreira https://www.archdaily.com/1186158/climate-density-and-spatial-layers-18-houses-shaping-contemporary-vietnamese-architecture Contemporary Vietnamese residential architecture stands out for its deep sensitivity to local microclimates and context. Detailed studies of weather patterns consistently drive strategic design decisions, resulting in buildings that act as adaptive shelters. Facing conditions that range from scorching summers to dry, cold winters, along with frequent exposure to heavy rains, storms, and floods, architects adopt protective facade elements and multi-layered spatial configurations to shield interior spaces from harsh environmental factors.

]]> https://www.archdaily.com/1185236/house-k-hgaa Mon, 21 Sep 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Pratik Mour https://www.archdaily.com/1185236/house-k-hgaa House K is a concrete residence we designed and built in Vinh City, Nghe An—a province in Central Vietnam. The region faces a harsh climate: scorching summers driven by westerly winds from Laos, dry and cold winters, and frequent exposure to heavy rains, storms, and floods. Yet, the local people are hardworking, resilient, and deeply attached to both their homeland and nature. Traditional homes in this region often feature wide eaves for sun protection and are surrounded by fruit gardens that provide both produce and a cooling effect for the house.

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