Article source: J T A Co., Ltd.

The client, a couple with four children and their grandmother, wanted a property suitable for accommodating all three generations under one roof. The challenge was to design a home in which the family could enjoy each other’s company without having to compromise freedom, differing needs and privacy.

As well as privacy, the maximization of views from every room and low energy consumption were the main aims. These priorities were achieved by providing cross ventilation throughout the house to reduce the reliance on air-conditioning; adding a double-sided wall with air gap in between to reduce heat gain on both the east and west side; and solar panels to provide hot water for the whole house.

Image Courtesy © J T A Co., Ltd.

• Architects: J T A Co., Ltd.
• Project: Thiapairat Residence
• Location: Samutprakan, Thailand

(more…)