AM House by Tamara Wibowo Architects
AM House is one of the house designs exhibited at the 2023 Bintaro Design District (BDD) annual event in the Open Architecture category. In line with the BDD 2023 theme "Envisioning Nature", this house design tries to incorporate as many "natural elements" as possible into the house:
(1) Natural Light, using:
- skylights
- glass wall
- central courtyard of the house
- 1 meter gap on all sides
(2) Air Flow, using:
- cross ventilation
- blurred indoor & outdoor boundaries
(3) Natural Wood Material, on
- secondary skin (wooden grille)
- wall covering
- ladder
- floor
- custom furniture
(4) Green Plants, in:
- front garden
- 1 meter boundary gap
- poolside
- semi-outdoor living/relaxing room
(5) Water Element, on
- swimming pool on the 2nd floor
Apart from that, Mrs. Tamara Wibowo also explains how to use passive architecture to answer typical tropical natural challenges, namely exposure to direct sunlight from the East and West, using the method:
(1) Secondary Wood Skin
(2) 1 meter space gap, which functions as service circulation.
Unique lessons that can be taken from this house design to deal with house site that is directly adjacent to neighbors in densely populated areas:
(1) If it is difficult to make a window, "Skylight" - or glass opening upwards can be a smart solution.
(2) Try to keep a gap of 1 meter from the neighboring wall (not attached), so that there is space for natural light and air to penetrate.
(3) If possible, create a garden opening in the middle or side of the house so that cross ventilation occurs and can become a healthy private open space for the residents of the house.
Highlights:
[🌳] The unique double skin facade responds to the East facing orientation, featuring the use of strong & aesthetic Ironwood.
[🏊‍♂️] The second floor has an open layout connecting the living room and swimming pool. The boundaries between indoor and outdoor are blurred here.
[💡] The third floor includes the master bathroom, kids' room, and walk-in closet with a strategically placed skylight.
[🌿] The design emphasizes connection with nature, ensuring sufficient light and air circulation.
[🛋️] The interior features custom-made furniture and unique lighting options.
Architect: Tamara Wibowo Architects
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