Toong Vo Thi Sau

Built on the foundation of a vintage mansion, which served as the former residence of civil officers working for the Vice President Palace, Toong Vo Thi Sau spans an area of 1200 m2 in total. Structured like a “hamburger”, the mansion is revived and engineered into factory-style workspace and serviced offices that join at the multifunctional core.

At the front porch, we preserve the historical white pillars, furnishing it with a row of green elephant grass. Often found only in the countryside, the tall green grasses are seen in a new light when placed into the urban context. The two side houses are converted into unique working offices, with high ceilings and ample light. The back house is reserved for meeting rooms, a sleeping dorm and the open pantry. From the white-pebble backyard, you can catch an extraordinary view of the surrounding architecture – where the feelings of old and new, tranquility and bustle, intersect.

At the multi-functional core, we raise an accented wall, painted with handmade effects inspired by red coral. You are invited to blend into the space of specialty coffee and art; to host gatherings, have lunch breaks; or to simply change your working “posture”. The rhythm of daylight through the diagonal roof created a peculiar sense of space, and an intimate connection with the passing of time in the busy city.