Located on Ciasem Street, this Platonic Bioclimatic Home is situated in 17 x 28 m land area surrounded by dense trees in South Jakarta. For this reason, we focused on a bioclimatic design principles that contributes to reducing the urban heat island effect while creating a sustainable oasis for the homeowners.
The concept of the house is to have a 4-sided design, with most of the private and public spaces oriented to face multiple sides. This allows indirect sunlight to reach the interior throughout the day, creating dynamic shadow patterns and air corridors that break up the mass of the building.
The west side of the building is remains solid for thermal comfort, while the east side features an artistic brise soleil wall that provides privacy and also functions as a sunlight blocker. This wall consists of about 40 patterns made of lightweight concrete block and has been refined through several experiments, concerning structure, strength, composition, and how the materiality is designed to ensure long-lasting durability.
On the south side, wooden-patterned lattices made of concrete are placed. These lattices create poetic spaces that highlight the grain of the wood and offering a timeless quality, akin to the durability of concrete. As homeowners enter from the ramp, they will experience a sequence of light-filled corridors that lead them through dynamic vistas.
The lower spaces are designed to be open, with the library and workspace located at the far end of the mass. On the first floor, an open family room is positioned, accessible via an exterior ramp. The access route curves around the side, and an open void allows light to penetrate from all four sides of the building. The second floor is designated as the bedroom zone, which also includes a shared gathering space. It is also designed with by considering the client’s domestic space needs, including communal areas for activities such as religious study, which can be held in various spaces and on different floors. The house is also designed with a zero-water runoff concept, utilizing recycled water to minimize its environmental impact.
design by #realricharchitectureworkshop
photograph by @bacteria.archphotography
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