Xom Me House / NH Village ArchitectsSave this picture! Trieu ChienArchitects: NH Village ArchitectsAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:210 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Trieu Chien Lead Architects: Tran Dai Nghia + Nguyen Phuong Hieu More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Modern living in multi-generational rural homes This is a multi-generational house located in the rural area of Gia Vien District, Ninh Bnh province, Vietnam. The house serves as a place for worship and regular gatherings of the extended family during traditional events that gather a large number of family membersa prominent feature in the lifestyle of rural areasas well as a relaxing retreat for members when they return to their hometown.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The design approach aims to revitalize traditional rural home public spaces such as courtyards, gardens, and verandas to foster stronger family and community connections. Simultaneously, the design optimizes the functionality of private spaces like bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms, as well as auxiliary areas, to suit modern lifestyles and accommodate large gatheringsSave this picture!Front yard - backyard, upper yard - lower yard, and zigzag garden A highlight of the design is the creation of interesting spatial connections between the front yard and backyard, as well as between the upper and lower levels, facilitating interactions among family members and neighbors. The garden is designed in a zigzag pattern integrated into the house space, creating a continuous flow between indoors and outdoors, while regulating wind and light. The vegetation and landscaping utilize existing fruit trees, arranged to highlight the scenery and provide shade around the house.Save this picture!Save this picture!The main orientation of the house is designed in an arc to capture the southern winds. The doors connecting to these gardens help regulate the climate of the house according to the seasons.The design effectively uses many local and eco-friendly materials. The garden patio uses red ceramic bricks, and the finished ceiling on the second floor is made of bamboo, creating a modern yet friendly and cozy atmosphere for the house.Save this picture!Vietnam is currently undergoing rapid demographic changes, with decreasing numbers of young people remaining in rural areas. Rural housing architecture is facing significant shifts due to demographic changes and the subdivision of land similar to urban areas. This design hopes to propose an innovative approach suitable for the current context, building on the positive factors inherent in traditional rural housing models.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessAbout this officePublished on February 02, 2025Cite: " Xom Me House / NH Village Architects" 01 Feb 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1026068/xom-me-house-nh-village-architects&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream