Fours Bakery was conceived as an “open bakery workshop” – a space where the process of making becomes a language of human connection. Located in a restored French colonial villa in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, the project stands at the intersection of memory, time, and craftsmanship.
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The Concept Behind Fours Bakery
Rather than reconstructing the past, the design seeks to reinterpret it — allowing the house to “breathe” again through light, transparency, and the rhythm of contemporary life.
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Materiality and Light in Fours Bakery
Guided by a spirit of honesty and simplicity, the space reveals its structure and material essence: raw textures are preserved, boundaries between inside and outside are softened, and natural light animates the architecture throughout the day. Here, architecture is not a static backdrop but a living structure, where people connect through daily rituals — baking, sharing, and simply being present together.
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Fours Bakery is a humble experiment, yet it embodies a belief that architecture can hold both social and emotional meaning — a place where culture, craftsmanship, and modern life coexist naturally and enduringly.
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Project Info:
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Architects: Mor studio
- Country: Vietnam, Hanoi
- Area: 450 m²
- Year: 2025
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Photographs: Le Duy Hung
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Lead Architects: Nguyen Manh Linh
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Lead Team: Nguyen Manh Linh
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Design Team: Pham Huyen My, Pham Khanh Ly
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Technical Team: Trần Khánh Linh
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General Contractor: SSPACE TS., JSC
