Built along a non-optimal North-South axis, the home in Vung Tau beach town relies on two outer layers to protect it from the virulent glare of the setting sun. 

The 68-square-meter house, located in southern Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, was equipped with a double facade to diminish the impact of direct afternoon sunlight.

Built at both the front and back, porous brick screening does not completely sever the connection between built environment and nature.

Small gardens and balconies promote an inner sense of peace and dynamic connectivity.

Restractable glass doors allows common spaces to extend beyond their defined margins.

An external staircase leads straight to the roof.

A minimalist bedroom with a natural, near-cabin-like finish.

Contruction costs totalled around VND3 billlion ($129,114).