The house is facing south
which is the hottest direction
for
all
day,
functions
inside was allocated that,
circulation,
staircase,
and
service area were placed at
the south part, while, living,
dining and master bedroom
were placed at north east
part, the coolest area of the
house.
Moreover, in order to avoid
heat radiation from direct
sunlight, adjustable wooden
louvers were created at every
facing part, especially front
façade, yet allows for natural
ventilation while closing.
Furthermore,
two
layered
roofing, concrete flat slab and
asphalt shingle butterfly roof,
not only prevent leaking from
hard rain in Thailand, but it
also helps protect from heat,
since there is a gap between
the two layers of roof which
act as an insulation.
Inside
the
villa,
double
ceiling height of living area
creates an airy space and
also being exposed to 2nd
floor passageway. It is also
linked with dining area by
using different floor steps
and folding glass door in
dividing function, while can
see the connection of space
when closing the door.
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Image Credit:
Chalermwat Wongchompoo
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