The stretch along these two roads creates advantages for the school’s architecture in organizing a lively educational architectural ensemble including many clusters of works for different levels based on the psychology of ages from system from preschool to high school. The design was made from discussions with the educational organization to find a solution for the classroom – a basic and important module for the architectural ensemble to optimize teaching and learning. Light is brought into the classroom in long openings on the wall in areas where the sun gives pleasant light, and it is these openings that also create continuous connections with the vast natural area outside. , where unique landmarks within the context’s ensemble can be observed. The outdoor living and learning courtyards are interwoven in a way that complements the respective inner classrooms. A large and round garden is located in the middle of the preschool architectural block, surrounded by classrooms, function rooms and a large lobby area for children to have a comfortable gathering while playing together. when the gardens open horizontally horizontally are the wide yards reserved for primary and secondary level. Connecting between these two large and long courtyards are functional areas for learning along with a large cafeteria; multi-function hall concurrently with sports activities and indoor performances; art, creative and exhibition rooms… are organized to optimize movement and operation so that learning-related activities take place continuously. In order to adapt to the typical hot and sunny climate of Tay Ninh land, the design team applies the possibilities that can be brought from the corridors moving between rooms and between blocks. These corridors both function and form large terraces that provide pleasant buffers for indoor and outdoor activities, as well as cover and shade for outside activities. outside of classes. With flexible lines that soften the architectural backdrop for activities, these large verandas represent a continuous flow of learning energy that is connected across levels in the complex. . The sprawling feature of the terrain also creates a lively dialogue between the living areas around the gardens – through the center of the road – with the daily activities of households on the other. In the gardens, the space between the houses and the other side is the learning activities of children and students in the garden spaces that open and close flexibly between the classrooms. Project: IGC – Institute of Global Citizens Location: Tay Ninh, Vietnam Area: 13,249.3m2 Floor area: 16,519.4m2 Architect: KIENTRUC O Interior + Landscape: KIENTRUC O Main Architect: Dam Vu Design team: An Ni Le, Viet Nguyen, Duy Tang, Phuong Doan, Giang Le, Lam Nguyen, Phuong Tran, Quoc Nguyen, Truong Le, Thinh Pham Completion year: 2020

Worshiping space in a traditional house In a folk house – whether it is a 3-room or 5-room house; the position of the altar is always placed in the nave (the middle house of the house) – the most solemn place. That said the importance of worship in life and its direct relationship with architecture. This commemorative space is a key component in architectural – interior space, in many ways. With such a layout, when entering the main door (the middle door), you can immediately see the altar, the front is usually a counter or a seating table. The direction of the altar is also the direction of the house (mostly south) All in harmony with the architectural space of a traditional house with front porch, courtyard, garden; It is also suitable for the lifestyle and living in villages and communes bearing the mark of agriculture. The worship space in traditional architecture seems to be fading. Urban architecture has many changes, the countryside is strongly urbanized. These changes have a direct impact on this spiritual architectural space. Decorate the worship space in modern houses In modern houses, the nature, structure, and area have changed a lot and are very diverse. Social concepts, needs and living habits also have many changes, people also access to a lot of information and also have many different old and different views and thoughts. Therefore, the arrangement of the worship space is also richer and more diverse. Usually, with the lots (townhouses), the altar is usually placed in a private room. To match both spiritual and living elements, the altar room is the top, bottom-roof room. This is almost the most popular solution, but if the host does not ask, the architects will design the same. The altar placed in a private room feels solemn, discreet, quiet, airy, and if near the terrace, it is even more convenient for outdoor worship, or turning yellow … However, this solution also has the disadvantage that it is difficult to go up to the upper floors – especially for the elderly or causes psychological fear for many young people when going there alone. In apartments, using a room dedicated to worship is very difficult because the rooms are not many. For that reason, many people have tried to draw the worship space closer to the common living space, the hall space – the front room, or other suitable function rooms. The library, office, tea room, and formal living room are suitable places to place an altar. The altar should not be placed in noisy common rooms such as multimedia rooms, sports halls. Also should not place the altar in the bedroom because it is not formal and incense smoke affects the health of the people in the room; in addition, the worship space is negative, so it is not suitable. If the altar room is a separate room, the cabinet / altar system must have an adequate size and form in that space to create a solemnity. There is no need to be too monumental in size but should not be “snug”, small in the room. Altar places located in other spaces such as living rooms, working rooms … need to be designed appropriately in proportion to the size of the room, and correlated with other furniture. In these spaces, cabinets / altars should be designed to be simple, avoid fussy or misleading, or cause a feeling of heaviness and fear. The altar must create reverence while remaining close to family members and other common activities. The materials and colors of the worship space should also be appropriate. It is recommended to use deep colors, preferably dark brown wood. Architectural details – interior (floor tiles, ceilings, lighting …), objects, worshiping objects (incense bowls, candle lamps, flower pots …) should be displayed in the way of posting. In apartment buildings, in the case of the altar cabinets for a certain function room or common space, the altar can be combined with other functions such as decorative cabinets, souvenir cabinets – of course still on suitability for common spaces and other furniture principles. In this cabinet, there should be a separate compartment for related worshiping items such as incense, candles, genealogies … A few other things to note – Avoid placing the altar near strong air intake, causing “dynamic” and possibly blowing ash out of the fire and causing a fire. The altar surface should be placed with a glass to ensure safety. – The altar space must be well ventilated. Do not place the altar too high, making it difficult for worship, nor should it set low too lack of dignity. In the case of hanging altars or high altar cabinets, to ensure the distance to the ceiling is not too small, avoiding smoke and haunting the ceiling. To overcome this, a glass can be mounted above the ceiling – Lighting in the worship room and on the altar should not use white light, but yellow light should be used, causing a warm feeling; Indirect light source, avoid glare such as wall lamp. Lighting arrangements should be posted according to the altar. The design and material of the lamp should also be suitable for the altar and the common space. – The characteristics of the worship space are u President, nostalgia, and prosperity. However, the house belongs to the yang so it is necessary to increase the positive by placing pots, hanging wind linh … Worship is a belief and also a good practice. The altar, the space of worship is the spiritual space, the place of remembrance. It is fear of the connection between the present and the past, between people living together, tightening the solidarity in the family – the clan. It is a place where people can remain calm after the hustle and bustle of life, find spiritual strength and aim for true – good – beautiful values. Worshiping space is indispensable in every house, big or small, rich or poor. But for this space to really make sense, architectural material is not enough. Large worship room; monumental, beautiful, sophisticated church cabinets … are secondary; but more important is the mind, the respect of the owner – the behavior of each person in front of this spiritual space – this remembrance./.

Coffee World Museum is located on Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street, Tan Loi Ward, City. Buon Ma Thuot, Dak Lak province. The project was inaugurated at the end of 2018, invested by a domestic corporation. The architecture of the project consists of 5 improvised curved houses connected to each other, inspired by the image of the long house of the Ede people and the communal roof of the Central Highlands. The complex is located in a spacious green campus. This is the first coffee museum in Vietnam, exhibiting and introducing about the history of the coffee industry as well as the coffee culture in the world. Shaped as a living museum, the Coffee World Museum offers visitors many interesting experiences in many spaces such as: exhibition space, exhibition space, library space, assembly space. workshop, place to enjoy coffee … All spaces form many layers of lang, interconnected flexibly in a spirit of “Living – open – interacting” in a large space, a coffee park. The wall in the hall displays pictures related to the construction process and its activities. As a living museum, since its inauguration, this place has held many events such as: The thematic exhibitions “Coffee & the return to the roots” (March 2020), “Coffee & the opening light of humanity “(June 2020),” Coffee & East-West interference “(September 2020),” Coffee – energy of the knowledge economy “(November 2020). Cultural events such as Ede Can Wine Contest, Ede and Batik Indonesian brocade culture exchange, Origami art, kite-flying festival … Natural light is exploited from the top of the roof and gable windows. The light slots lead like drawings of the plan. The exhibition space is open to activities about “Body – mind – mind” with the core values ​​of coffee spirit, broadening ideas, knowledge and vision. The main materials that make up the architectural spaces are bare concrete and wood; has a wild and rustic beauty, characterized by the Central Highlands. Along with the exhibition spaces related to coffee, the cultural image of the Central Highlands is also reproduced in the museum. The exhibits are displayed with a moderate density and a reasonable position, creating a sense of comfort for the viewer. At the exhibition space of coffee history and culture, visitors can learn more about the history and culture of coffee and the coffee industry, from growing and caring for, collecting and preserving coffee. processing, brewing and enjoying coffee. In 10,000 museum artifacts being kept and displayed, there are many artifacts dating back to ancient times, from the nineteenth century and early twentieth century; especially the agricultural tools used in the coffee processing process such as coffee sorting machines, coffee grinders, coffee roasters … since the time when there was no electricity, operated completely mechanically. Agricultural tools in the display “Coffee Gathering”. Common in the coffee areas with a reputation for quality and high value in the world are all grown coffee in the traditional way, harvested completely by hand without using machines. Selective hand picking is labor-intensive, but produces excellent coffee quality. The collection of coffee production and storage tools in the museum is extremely rich with a variety of machines … originating from many countries around the world. Photo: Coffee roaster – Material: Metal – Origin: Ethiopia. There are many types of machines serving the coffee production industry with different designs and operating principles. Photo: Coffee sorting machine. Origin: Germany; Year of manufacture: 1930. Coffee grinder. Origin: Germany; Year of manufacture: 1900. More than just a pure movement, this device is gracefully crafted in form and decorative details. The collection of jugs, kettles, brewing utensils and coffee containers is also extremely rich and interesting, with many materials such as metal, ceramic, porcelain, and glass. Many tools are exquisitely crafted as works of art and imbued with indigenous cultural imprints. Coffee jug. Origin: Brazil. The drawings on the vase are very meticulous and delicate. A corner of the kitchen processing coffee handcrafted by the Central Highlands. Coffee plants were brought to Vietnam by French missionaries in the mid-19th century and experimentally planted in some Northern and Central regions; Then, the French discovered that the Central Highlands was the land with the most suitable soil and climate for growing coffee. From the beginning of the 20th century until now, coffee has been a typical agricultural product of the Central Highlands. Overview of the World Museum of Coffee works./.