Designed by the team of architects at AVA Architects, The Sunrise House is an ecological villa that offers a living space that harmonizes with nature, connecting people with sunlight and fresh air. Every corner of the house is open, with greenery arranged throughout and natural light maximized, creating an ideal and relaxing living environment.

Project Information:

Project Name: The Sunrise House
Location: Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, Thanh Khe District, Da Nang, Vietnam
Architectural Design Team: Nguyen Duc Lam, Nguyen Thi Kieu Trang, Le Khanh Minh, Nguyen Van Chat, Nguyen Van Ninh
Design Firm: AVA Architects
Year of Completion: 2019
Photography: Hoang Le

Ecological Villa — Facade of The Sunrise House

Sunrise mat dung cong trinh 1 — Building elevation

Sunrise ban ve mat cat — Section drawing

The owner of the house is a Hanoi native, rewarding themselves after years of living and working in Da Nang.

Located on a 243m² plot nestled along the curve of Da Nang Bay, The Sunrise House takes full advantage of this prime location, offering unobstructed views of the sunrise over the bay, free from surrounding buildings.

With the desire to bring nature into the home, the team at AVA Architects designed an open space that creates a direct connection between people and the surrounding environment. The main spaces of the house all face the sea, offering a relaxing view for the homeowner. Flexible glass doors allow for optional opening and closing, ensuring the space is filled with natural light and sea breezes, while maintaining ventilation and comfort, especially during the rainy season when coastal winds intensify.

A major challenge faced by the architects was that the plot only had one main facade, similar to the common tube houses in Vietnam. However, the AVA Architects team carefully analyzed the climatic factors and site characteristics to come up with creative solutions to optimize light, wind, and living space. The living areas on the first floor and the garden were elevated, freeing the view for interior spaces and creating a sense of openness, instead of being blocked by rigid boundary walls like in typical urban houses.

Sunrise mat bang tang 1 — First floor plan

Sunrise mat bang tang 2 2 — Second floor plan

Sunrise mat bang tang 2 — Third floor plan

The living room and outdoor living area are positioned at the front of the house, allowing the homeowner to fully enjoy the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Skylights and greenery are cleverly arranged in spots that capture cool breezes and light, providing a pleasant and nature-connected atmosphere. No matter where one stands in the house, the movement of sunlight throughout the day and the refreshing sea breeze can be felt.

On the second floor, living spaces are connected through a corridor next to the skylight, where natural light and sea breeze are ever-present, creating an open and vibrant living space. Every step along the corridor is a new experience, with light, wind, and ocean air enveloping the house.

The Sunrise House is not just a house, but an ideal living space where people can enjoy a connection with nature and space, creating a harmonious and inspiring lifestyle.

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