W House II by IDIN Architects
Set in Pak Chong, Thailand, W House II is a house designed by IDIN Architects in 2024. The property is elevated to 7 meters (23 feet) with a garden at ground level, creating a single-story effect that emphasizes family interaction. The materials used throughout the house are raw concrete, ensuring a warm tone with maple wood and green India stone that complements the design. The elevated property boasts a swimming pool and a balcony, providing 360-degree views of the area.
About W House II
Extension Of The First House By IDIN Architects
This project is an extension of the first house, W House I, due to the expansion of usage needs. The owner wanted to move to the new house as their primary residence and turn the first house, W House I, into a guest house. The design challenge arose from the owner’s desire for a single-story house where everyone in the family could see each other and engage in activities together throughout the day. At the same time, the owner greatly enjoyed the beautiful mountain view from the rooftop of the original house and wanted to maintain space for their two pet cows, allowing them to walk and graze.
Design Solution Including Views For Activities
The design solves these needs by elevating the single-story house to a height of 7 meters (23 feet), matching the height of the original house’s rooftop. It’s as if the house has been lifted on stilts, creating a two-story effect while leaving the ground level as a garden and open space for the cows.
Concrete Walls And Waffle Slab Floor
The upper floor of the house has a balcony around the house, allowing for a 360-degree view, so you can walk around and enjoy the view at different times. The swimming pool is also elevated to this level.
The house is designed with a two-layer surface: the inner layer is glass, and the outer layer is a slatted deck that can be opened or closed for privacy. The entire structure rests on two large concrete walls, which are long-span walls, and the floor is constructed with a Waffle Slab, solving technical challenges and adding interesting features to the home.
House Features Warm Tones And A Flexible Layout
The materials used throughout W House II are raw concrete, flowing from the exterior to the interior as wall surfaces. The mood and tone of the house emphasize warm tones. The wood used is a natural tone, with maple wood selected for its distinctive grain pattern and its ability to complement concrete well. Green India stone was used in the kitchen area to give the house a more contemporary feel. In the central living area, an oversized sofa was designed, allowing for flexible seating arrangements to accommodate various activities, making this space the heart of the house where everyone can gather throughout the day.
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