Ga.o House - Hybrid Sustainable Project Combines Residential and Office Spaces, Vietnam

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Project	Ga.o House
Architects	85 Design
Structural Engineer	Scie company
General Contractor	Antcons
Area	172 m²
Location	Hòa Hải, Vietnam
Year	2025
Photography	To Huu Dung

Situated in a tropical climate with plentiful sunlight and rainfall, Ga.o House is a hybrid building combining residential and office spaces under one roof. More than just meeting functional requirements, the project sets out to achieve broader environmental goals: using natural and recycled materials, maximising energy efficiency, harnessing renewable resources such as solar, wind, and water, and reducing carbon emissions across the building’s entire life cycle. It represents a step forward in Vietnam’s evolving commitment to sustainable urban development.

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