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Asian/Pacific Islander owned

Ho Chi Minh City, VN

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STD Design Consultant unveils design for an undulating wedding venue in Vietnam

The structure features a curved façade woven with light green wood panels, reminiscent of flowing water. Located in an area known for its sweltering climate, the design emphasizes natural ventilation and shading, reflecting the importance of these elements in a hot environment. The strategic placement of trees within the building facilitates temperature regulation and allows customers to engage more closely with nature.

Painted in a light green hue, the building stands out from its urban surroundings, providing a refreshing visual contrast to the predominantly concrete landscape. Incorporating green space not only enhances aesthetics but can also contribute to improving mood and lowering stress levels, especially in urban environments.

Operating within budget requires architectural ingenuity to ensure quality construction. The project minimizes financial investment by repurposing the existing building while providing Ho Chi Minh City's low-income residents with an affordable wedding venue option. This approach emphasizes the architect's commitment to upgrading the existing building rather than relying on demolition and reconstruction. Maintaining structural integrity is important to the architect, all architectural elements must be stabilized before being enveloped in a facade crafted from reused wooden panels. 

Wooden  pallets and curved walls are used to create a more dynamic and flowing  wedding venue interior. Ceilings made from wooden shipping pallets are not only aesthetically pleasing but can also  be integrated into  interior design using locally  available materials at low cost. They are adaptable, eco-friendly, sustainable, and easily-constructed materials. This sustainable practice not only minimizes waste but also highlights the potential for innovative reuse of building materials.

The building's curvaceous shape, accentuated by a light green exterior, blends effortlessly into the natural landscape, blurring the boundaries between the built and natural environments. The wedding venue embodies a commitment to environmental responsibility and design innovation, relying on eco-friendly natural materials and sustainable construction methods.

 
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Status: Built
Location: Ho Chi Minh City, VN
Firm Role: Landscape, Architecture and Interior Design
Additional Credits: Design Firm: STD Design Consultant
Visual Company: ODIN architects
Design Team: Pham Trung, Thanh Nguyen, Ngoc Pham, Ba Dang
Photographer: Paul Phan