The building (named the Lantern) is a gallery and lighting showroom in Hanoi. The design features a perforated terracotta façade that allows for passive ventilation and shade. The central void and terracotta blocks create a visually appealing and functional space. The layout is flexible, allowing for various events, and the gallery becomes a lantern in the city when illuminated at night. The use of local materials and a sustainable approach emphasizes the cultural richness and environmental consciousness of the design.
[Project Information]
Design: Vo Trong Nghia Architects + Takashi Niwa
Address: 83 Duong Lang, Dong Da, Ha Noi
Complete Year: 2014
Type: Gallery / Office
Photo credit: Hiroyuki Oki
Awards: International Architecture Awards, Green Good Design Awards, etc.
[Visit Information]
Showroom temporary closed
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