The Vietnam Institute for Advanced Study in Mathematics

Adopting the former grounds of Nguyen Van Huyen primary school, the Vietnam Institute for Advanced Study in Mathematics (VIASM) sprawls across 2,127 square meters, featuring a construction area of 1,800 square meters. Tailored for the National Program for the Development of Mathematics (2010-2030), the site is meticulously crafted to accommodate international, cross-disciplinary exchanges within a customized spatial framework.

The Vietnam Institute’s Design Concept

The structure exhibits a harmonious architectural language, skillfully incorporating asymmetrical patterns across all perspectives as a nod to mathematical symbols. While preserving the original U-shape, the design elevates it by introducing a connecting bridge on the top level, forming a more compact block. A seamless flow is established through a corridor linking all functional spaces to an open inner courtyard, maintaining an airy and interconnected ambiance throughout the Vietnam Institute.

The original courtyard is turned into a multi-functional hall with its new courtyard atop. Given the tropical heat, the Vietnam Institute is consistently adorned with a double skin in all its facades, giving visual hooks and contrasting details of light, shadow, tree, wind, and bird. The idea is to enable a liberal and inspiring environment by being one with nature.

Project Info:
Architects: 1+1>2 Architects
Area: 4014 m²
Year: 2020
Photographs: Trieu Chien
Manufacturers: Daikin, Europe Corporation JSC, Panasonic, Pomina Steel Corporation, Rang Dong Light Source & Vacuum Flask Joint Stock Company, Tra River Construction And Tourism Joint Stock Company, Viet Phap Group, Viglacera Corporation JSC
Architects In Charge: Hoang Thuc Hao, Vu Xuan Son, Nguyen Xuan Ngoc
Civil & Structural Engineer: Nguyen Phuong Le, Trinh Quang Dung
Client: Board of Project Management Ministry of Education and Training
Site Area: 2127 sqm
Existing Gross Floor Area: 1800 sqm
Gross Floor Area After Renovated: 4014 sqm
Country: Vietnam