Hoang Minh Architects have put together a house in Hanoi for a diplomat of the area. The house is made from reused material taken from the structure that previous stood in its place, and with great care by the builders. Terracotta tiles line the top roof of the house, along with reused brick that looks better with age. For a diplomat, this is an ideal sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of the city of Hanoi.
In the center of the building is a sacred item for people to gather around during cultural gatherings and social meetings, which is custom in a Vietnamese home such as this. The Vietnamese people are quite spiritual, so having a symbolic object in the house is not out of the ordinary.
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Recycled Architecture
- Opportunity for architects to create innovative designs using recycled materials.
- Terracotta Tiles
- Potential for ceramic tile manufacturers to explore eco-friendly options using terracotta materials.
- Sacred Objects in Design
- Chance for designers to incorporate cultural and symbolic elements into their creations.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture
- Architects can capitalize on the trend of recycled materials and create sustainable and environmentally friendly designs.
- Construction
- Construction industry has the opportunity to leverage the use of reused and recycled building materials to reduce waste and promote sustainability.
- Home Decor
- Home decor companies can cater to the demand for culturally significant and symbolic objects in design.
