The Reflection House is a slick and contemporary home, located in Bangkok, Thailand. The structure was designed and built by AUN Design Studio for a son who "wanted to come home and return to his childhood neighborhood" and his elderly mother. Multi-generational homes such as these have been popular in some countries as individuals recognize the value of being close to their families.
AUN Design Studio's beautiful Reflection House has two separate entrances, guaranteeing a sense of privacy and independence for both mother and son. The architects used narrow shapes and concrete to achieve "a modern, uniform look." The living space is balanced and separated into two spaces—the downstairs is the quarters of the mother while the upstairs is her son's.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Multi-generational Living
- The rise of multi-generational homes presents opportunities for architects and builders to design innovative living spaces that accommodate the unique needs of multiple generations.
- Privacy and Independence Design
- Designing multi-entrance structures that balance privacy and independence for different generations can improve the quality of life for families living in multi-generational homes.
- Sustainable Living
- Multi-generational homes present an opportunity to incorporate sustainable living practices in order to reduce environmental impact and increase energy efficiency.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Architects can specialize in designing multi-generational homes and creating innovative spaces that accommodate the needs of multiple generations and help bring families closer together.
- Real Estate
- With the growing popularity of multi-generational homes, real estate developers can create new housing options for families looking to live together while maintaining independence and privacy.
- Construction
- Builders and contractors can develop construction techniques and materials that are sustainable and environmentally friendly in order to meet the demands of the growing market for multi-generational homes.
