Ben Tre Bungalow ,This project is located in Ben Tre, Vietnam, and was completed in 2021. With a total area of 430m2, the project includes 3 bedrooms and one living room, each with a view of the nearby river.
© Hiroyuki Oki
The ground floor is constructed with a semi-open design that is encircled by foliage on three sides. This combination creates an airy and spacious communal area within the household, while still providing an adequate level of privacy.
© Hiroyuki Oki
The height of the second-floor rooms has been elevated above the leaves of the coconut trees, providing a clear and unhindered view of the river.
© Hiroyuki Oki
The four domed roofs are designed with different dimensions, which gives the project an appealing aesthetic, while simultaneously creating harmony with the beautiful scenery.
© Hiroyuki Oki
Project Info:
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Architects: VTN Architects (Vo Trong Nghia Architects)
- Country: Bến Tre, Vietnam
- Area: 430 m²
- Year: 2021
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Photographs: Hiroyuki Oki
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Principal Architect: Vo Trong Nghia, Nguyen Tat Dat
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Design Team: Nguyen Van Tung, Tran Thi Khanh Anh
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Clients: Incons
Sophie Tremblay is a Montreal-based architectural editor and designer with a focus on sustainable urban development. A McGill University architecture graduate, she began her career in adaptive reuse, blending modern design with historical structures. As a Project Editor at Arch2O, she curates stories that connect traditional practice with forward-thinking design. Her writing highlights architecture's role in community engagement and social impact. Sophie has contributed to Canadian Architect and continues to collaborate with local studios on community-driven projects throughout Quebec, maintaining a hands-on approach that informs both her design sensibility and editorial perspective.