Vietnam's Mekong delta is home to a distinctive traditional architecture thanks to the extreme climate in the region, and MM Architects looked to channel those architectural gestures with a pair of holiday homes built in the region. The twin abodes are clad in natural materials that bring them into harmony with both the built and the natural environment, including bamboo coverings over the sides of the houses and dried leaf roofs.
MM Architects built two twin homes for this project for another traditional reason. The homes are owned by a Vietnamese family that spans three generations, and the different lifestyles between these generations necessitate the creation of different living spaces. Nonetheless, there is a central courtyard with a swimming pool and deck where the whole family can gather.
Twin Tropical Townhouses
MM++ Architects Holiday Homes Employ Traditional Gestures
Trend Themes
1. Traditional Architecture Revitalization - The use of traditional architectural gestures can add value to contemporary design projects.
2. Sustainable Building Materials - The use of sustainable materials in construction is a growing trend in architecture and design.
3. Multigenerational Holiday Homes - The demand for multigenerational holiday homes is increasing.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architecture firms can offer services that integrate traditional architectural gestures into contemporary design.
2. Sustainable Building - There is a growing market for sustainable building materials.
3. Hospitality and Travel - The demand for multigenerational holiday homes presents an innovation opportunity for the hospitality and travel industry.