Kabuchin Penthouse

Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse

Idee architects

ARCHITECTS
Idee architects

STRUCTURE ENGINEER
Thao Steel

FURNITURE
Lai Wood

DESIGN TEAM
Tran Ngoc Linh, Tham Duc Hung, Nguyen Minh Thoan, Nguyen Dac Nguyen

LEAD ARCHITECT
Trieu Chien

CONSTRUCTOR
IDEE

LIGHTING DESIGN
Alis Lighting

MANUFACTURERS
Dulux, Fenix, Vicostone

PHOTOGRAPHS
Trieu Chien

AREA
380 m²

YEAR
2022

LOCATION
Hanói, Vietnam

CATEGORY
Apartments

The apartment, characterized by its soaring floor height, had become outdated, prompting the homeowner to undertake a substantial renovation due to the growing number of young family members.

Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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This transformation aimed to cater specifically to the unique needs of the family. Inspired by the Indiana Jones movie, the architect envisioned creating a distinctive apartment with numerous play areas for children, such as a communal playground, while minimizing barriers between family members.

The children were described as highly active and passionate about intense sports, necessitating an engaging and stimulating environment that also provided an outdoor space within the apartment.

Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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A large steel floor supported by a system of wooden columns was elevated to create a mezzanine for the children.

In contrast, supplementary systems like sanitation, storage, and functional rooms were concealed within a large stone wall, interconnected by a thin steel floor.

Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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The contrast between materials created an appealing resemblance to a cave or forest, with wooden columns forming versatile spaces that could transform and adapt to various functions based on users' needs and imagination.

The communal space was expanded, eliminating partitions to merge seamlessly and offer panoramic views of the surroundings.

Ancillary functions were concealed in recessed cabinets and rooms hidden within stone walls, optimizing the utilization of space.

Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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Specific functions were organized into individual modules, such as standing showers, toilets, bathtubs, laundry, and storage.

Hidden doors were strategically employed to introduce surprises during use, allowing spaces to connect or open up seamlessly based on the intended usage. 

This design emphasized the apartment's creativity, inspiration, and freedom.

Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
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Kabuchin Penthouse
© Trieu Chien
Kabuchin Penthouse
© Trieu Chien
Kabuchin Penthouse
© Trieu Chien


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