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TAKA HAUS / TK Studio

The landscape of Taka Haus emphasizes on a forest setting, and transforming the dwelling units and communal space into nests of birds

TAKA HAUS / TK Studio

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Architect

TK Studio

Category

花园庭院

Project Year

2017

Site Area

5331 m²

Location

曼谷 / 泰国

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GOALS & OBJECTIVES 设计目标

The landscape of Taka Haus emphasizes on a forest setting, and transforming the dwelling units and communal space into nests of birds, so people can have a strong sense of security and be able to oversee the surroundings from a refreshing bird eye perspective. At this property, people can enjoy a high degree of freedom, and be able to travel through the space smoothly from indoor to outdoor. Within this urban oasis, every landscape element will be bespoke so as to maximize the flexibility of the land, creating a refreshing vibe as people arrive a lush and grand resort.

项目的名字Taka Haus由日本的猎鹰与德语中的房子结合而成。猎鹰是日本的猛禽，象征着自由与权力。由于本项目位处于曼谷的市中心，自然资源与绿地都相当珍贵，故此本次的设计希望能在闹市中为忙碌的上班族提供一个高端而多元化的居住环境，在有限的土地内为住户提供一个舒适及私隐度高的空间。

Bird eye view

Green drop off

SITE CHARACTER & ANALYSIS场地特征分析

The site of Taka Haus locates in Ekkamai, Bangkok, Thailand. It is a prime area in Bangkok, very vibrant throughout the entire day, and surrounded with many condominiums, private housings, pubs and restaurants. While sitting at the heart of Bangkok city, the topography of the property is relatively flat. In order to create an outstanding residential landscape within the urban context, we have come up with the idea to introduce an organic environment on this small-scale plot.

Taka Haus项目为处于曼谷繁华的Ekamai区，四周布满住宅、餐厅和酒吧。由于项目位于曼谷市中心，所以地势相对平坦。设计师在有限的土地中引进了有机的居住环境。

Site surrounding

DESIGN CRITERIA & CONCEPT设计标准和概念

A major design strategy to simulate nature on an urban fabric is to introduce natural landform, such as mountain and river on the site. In order to create some serpentine landforms, we have developed the strategy of perceiving landscape as fabric. As fabrics are being ruffled, crooked texture will be formed, and fabrics will be tightly interweaving. Being inspired by this concept, we have designed dynamic landforms on the site, connecting people from ground level to the podium and creating different sizes of berms to reinforce the privacy of residents. All landscape features will follow the same design language of the serpentine landform, including feature wall, planter, curb and seating.

Planting design on a narrow plot is challenging. With the intention to create a forest like atmosphere, forest trees are essential elements for the project. However, with limited space, we have strategically group and plant the big trees along the circulation routes and at all corners to give the forest vibe. On the ground level, Diospyros curtisii, Millettia leucantha and Antidesma thwaitesianum have been planted at the drop off for the forest vibe upon arrival; and planting Barringtonia acutangula on podium level as a feature tree to add an additional touch of forest feeling. All the planting are multi-layered in order to reinforce the theme of urban forest.

为了创造出如同禽鸟在森林与树冠中自由筑居的氛围，设计团队在概念中印用了新颖的概念—把土地喻作布匹，并透过把布匹绉折，形成高低起伏的地势，从而在平坦的土地上设计出充满立体感的景观。项目配以森林主题的植栽，使居住者如同走进城市森林般的空间。

项目的种植非常有挑战性。在有限的土地中我们策略性地选择了种植具有森林氛围的乔木品种，并根据不同空间特性来选择相应的植物品种。

LANDSCAPE DESIGN & PROGRAMMES景观设计方案

A relatively small plot of land results in a multi levels layout of landscape design. Similar to the composition of a natural forest, the ground level will be a resting space filled with ground cover and lush plantings; while the podium level will be the canopy where dynamic activities will take place and become the exclusive high ground for overlooking the land on lower levels.

由于项目面积较小，所以户外景观相对以多层布局的呈现。

Masterplan

GROUND LEVEL—TREE HAUS & POCKET GARDEN

Landscape design on the ground level features the Tree Haus which locates at the east of the plot. It is a multifunctional space, on the lower level will be a mini amphitheater and hammocks surrounded by flowery shrubs, and the upper level will be a mirrored box, providing a platform for people to enjoy the landscape from the bird eye perspective while blending the structure with the plants. Besides, the landscape also performs the important role of linking the whole plot. At the gap of two condominium buildings, a secret pocket garden has been provided, giving additional seating space on this compact plot as well as a linkage for the architecture.

一层的景观亮点主要为森林树屋与口袋花园。森林树屋是一个多功能的景观设计元素，为使用者提供了平视与鸟瞰景观的平台。而位于建筑间的口袋花园则为整片景观提供了更多的休憩空间和连接建筑物与室外空间。

Tree Haus

Tree Haus with reflective façade to blend with the surrounding

Relaxing hammocks under shade

Authentic experience of the Tree Haus

Look up to the sky through the suspending hammock

Private corner for outdoor relaxation

Green corridor

PODIUM LEVEL—AMENITIES & UNITS

As people walk up the steps to the podium floor, they will first encounter a cozy wooden deck with seating. Next to the wooden deck are edible garden, where the herbs will be harvested for the co-kitchen space; and a multipurpose lawn, which can accommodate different events. In addition, given the limited space for the swimming pool, a pioneering underwater treadmill and endless pool technologies have been introduced to the property, restating the design objectives to maximize the functions at a narrow space.

Since the major amenities will sit at the center of the plot, a loop circulation is created, so that everyone can access the central courtyard from their unit. To the north of the plot, units are given their own private gardens, bordered by the feature wall; while on the southern plot, 5 units facing the pool will be given the privilege to access the pool by a semi-private walkway outside their units.

公寓的其他主要设施位于项目中央的平台层。除了有供住客休憩的木平台，设计师还提供了蔬菜园和多功能草坪与住户。此外，基于有限的土地面积，游泳池范围还引进了湛新的无边际健身泳池和水中跑步机。

Podium Plan

Swimming pool and the green podium set between buildings

Layers of greenery are provided on the podium floor

Variety of seating space at the pool

Surrounded trees provide privacy for the residents

Comfortable seating to enjoy the outdoor landscape

CONCLUSION结论

Taka Haus offers a promising home for the working class at the heart of Bangkok city. It is a rejuvenating nest for its residents where people can enjoy a strong sense of security, privacy and freshness of the environment. A well designed and bespoke housing project like Taka Haus will help enhance the quality of living and motivate people to pursue for better life in the metropolitan city.

Taka Haus住宅项目为生活在曼谷大都市的上班族提供了优越的现代居住环境。它为住客带来了高私隐度的居住空间，让住客在繁华闹市中仍能找到如森林般清新自然的居所。