The building was envisioned as an escape from the chaos of the city. The client's aspiration was to create an open and light space — a deliberate departure from the dark and enclosed shophouses commonly found in Phnom Penh.
Spanning six levels, the home features a flexible ground floor, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan living space. The building is organised around a central staircase acting as a lightwell, channelling natural light into the core while facilitating heat stacking to aid air circulation.
The RC frame with brick infill is overlaid with a metal-finned façade to shield from sun; the upper floors transition to glass blocks which light the interior while preserving privacy. A rooftop terrace with integrated planting creates a unique and tranquil space for reflection.
Project teamVong Chhay Te
