It is a distinctive structure with a curved façade made of pale green wooden panels that resembles the flow of water.. Located in an area known for its sweltering climate, the design emphasizes natural ventilation and shading, reflecting the importance of these elements in a hot environment. The strategic placement of trees within the building facilitates temperature regulation and allows customers to engage more closely with nature.
Painted in a light green hue, the building stands out from its urban surroundings, providing a refreshing visual contrast to the predominantly concrete landscape. Incorporating green space not only improves aesthetics but also improves mood and helps reduce stress levels, especially in urban environments.
Operating within budget requires architectural ingenuity to ensure quality construction. The project minimizes financial investment by repurposing the existing building while providing Ho Chi Minh City's low-income residents with an affordable wedding venue option. This approach emphasizes the architect's commitment to improving the existing building rather than relying on demolition and rebuilding.. Maintaining structural integrity is important to the architect, all architectural elements must be stabilized before being enveloped in a facade crafted from reused wooden panels.
Wooden pallets and curved walls are used to create a more dynamic and flowing wedding venue interior. Ceilings made from wooden shipping pallets are not only aesthetically pleasing but can also be integrated into interior design using locally available materials at low cost. They are adaptable, eco-friendly, sustainable, and easily-constructed materials. This sustainable practice not only minimizes waste but also highlights the potential for innovative reuse of building materials.
The building's curvaceous shape, accentuated by a light green exterior, blends effortlessly into the natural landscape, blurring the boundaries between the built and natural environments. Relying on eco-friendly materials and sustainable construction methods, this wedding venue embodies a commitment to environmental responsibility and design innovation.
Status: Built
Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Role: Architecture and Interior Design
Visual: ODIN architects
Team: Pham Trung, Thanh Nguyen, Ngoc Pham, Ba Dang
Photographer: Paul Phan, Anh Chuong