KIM LONG HOUSE

Hue, Vietnam

Add To Collection

KIM LONG HOUSE

Hue, Vietnam

Firm

DUHA ARCHITECTS

Type

Residential › Private House

STATUS

Built

YEAR

2023

SIZE

0 sqft - 1000 sqft

BUDGET

$50K - 100K

Located in Kim Long, a neighborhood in Hue known for its traditional garden houses and tranquil atmosphere, Kim Long House was designed for a young family of three across two generations. The homeowners sought a modest and cost-conscious home that could balance contemporary living with the quiet spirit of nature and local tradition.
The 15-meter-wide site was divided into two zones: one reserved for the house and the other planned for a future coffee shop. Instead of occupying the entire frontage, the house was positioned deeper within the site, creating a horizontal composition reminiscent of traditional Hue garden houses. The spatial arrangement consists of a central living volume accompanied by smaller functional wings, all connected through a continuous veranda and a sequence of courtyards.
At the heart of the house, the shared living spaces flow openly into one another, allowing everyday family life to unfold naturally while remaining adaptable for larger gatherings. The front yard and garage were intentionally designed to accommodate the future expansion of the coffee shop without disrupting the existing living environment or garden landscape.
Inspired by the deep verandas commonly found in Hue architecture, the house incorporates a continuous shaded threshold that extends from the entrance through the living areas and toward the bedrooms. This transitional space not only protects the interior from Hue’s intense sunlight and heavy rain but also strengthens the relationship between inside and outside.
Large sliding glass doors can be fully opened, dissolving the boundary between architecture and landscape. When opened, the living spaces expand seamlessly into the gardens, allowing natural light, ventilation, and daily activities to flow freely throughout the house. When closed, the house maintains privacy while preserving visual connection to the surrounding greenery.
A multifunctional seating platform acts as an intermediary space between the front living area and the rear garden. Serving as a place for rest, work, study, or gathering, it also frames horizontal views toward neighboring gardens while enhancing daylight and cross ventilation within the home.
The gardens are conceived as interconnected living spaces rather than decorative elements. From every corner of the house, nature remains present through views, light, shadow, and airflow. Although newly planted, the landscape is expected to gradually mature over time, allowing the house to age gently alongside its surroundings.
Drawing inspiration from the spatial qualities of traditional Hue garden houses, Kim Long House reinterprets these values through contemporary living needs, minimalist expression, and honest materials. The project seeks not to imitate tradition, but to continue its spirit in a quieter and more contemporary way.

Product Spec Sheet

Were your products used?

Join as a manufacturer to add your products.

Keep Exploring Architizer by Creating a Free Account or Logging in.

KIM LONG HOUSE

Hue, Vietnam

KIM LONG HOUSE

Hue, Vietnam

Product Spec Sheet

Collaborating Firms

Team

Articles