Mekong Villa

Type : Private Residential

Location : Chhroy Chong Va, Phnom penh

Area : 450 m2

Arc.Design Studio III | Sem 2 Year 2

Professor : Sok Sophyna & Hin Sokhen

Even though there are more high-rise residences surrounding the site, Khan Chroy Chong Va was known as the exclusive dwelling neighborhood. There are numerous traditional villas that are changing, and the Mekong villa is also one of them. Mekong Villa is a private property for a young and modern couple that appreciate the New Khmer Architecture movement as well as the lifestyle of both indoor and outdoor space.

The goal of the design idea for this property was to open up the space and bring the outside in. This concept involves introducing the center courtyard within the home, which allows for more indirect sunlight. So, to meet the needs of this Villa, the design of the façade incorporates elements of the New Khmer Architecture facades and blends them with the villa sovoye.

(more detail in diagram on p.06)

Site Analysis

Site’s sight

This Residential private villa site has faculty’s accessible supply and it is surrounded by many private residential together with the Mekong river on the side. Moreover, it is located in a developing zone which could give a lot of benefit to the house in the future.

Location‘s map

According to google maps, from Chroy Changva Bridge head east toward Prohm Bayon Circle then take the third exit on the St.KEO CHANDA, continue onto St.Mekong river, the site will be on the right.

Concept

- This collage diagram is about the inspiration concept as a helping hand for the whole design concept.