Beyond the fundamental need for shelter from wind and rain,
what truly defines the essence of architecture?
How do people envision the concept of ‘home’?
This project captures the image of a home crowned with a continuous, undulating mountain-like roof. It seamlessly integrates into the natural terrain, becoming an artificial landscape.
The space beneath the eaves and mountain-shaped roof forms a sequence of interconnected, open, and flowing living areas. Life and sightlines extend toward the ridge, connecting to the natural mountains beyond. Every corner offers a perspective of both life and nature.
As you walk along the gravel path leading into the site, a knowing smile appears upon seeing four distinct levels of mountain-shaped roofs rising organically from the ground. The basement nestles into the natural depression of the terrain.
Guided by the distinctive black wood-grain sloping wall, visitors enter the foyer. This wood-grain wall extends inside, creating a “house within a house” that blurs the boundaries between interior and exterior.
The open space ahead, characterized by various mountain-shaped roofs that extend inward and outward, defines the home’s different activity areas.
The living room soars upward through a mountain-shaped bookshelf, offering both visual delight and tactile experience.
Seated in a recessed nook, residents can enjoy views that extend across the floor and large eaves toward the distant mountains outside, immersing themselves in the ever-changing seasonal mountain scenery.
The inverted mountain-shaped linear lighting fixture defines the dining area, creating a space where home flavors and conversations gather. This activity extends seamlessly to the semi-outdoor baking kiln area.
To emphasize the lightweight, continuous mountain roof, the indoor ceiling extends outward, while the structural columns and walls are intentionally separated to soften the connection between columns and roof.
Project Drawings
△ Project Model
△ Project Model
△ First Floor Plan
△ Underground Floor Plan
△ Section Diagram
△ Analysis Chart
△ Analysis Chart
△ Hand-drawn Sectional Perspective
Project Information
Title: Shanyan Home
Owner: Mr. Li
Location: Hsinchu
Purpose: Private Residence
Architectural Firm: Shangteng United Architectural Firm
Architects: Yang Qiuyu, Zhang Wenyi, Liu Yanyou
Supervision: Shangteng United Architectural Firm
Structure: Prototype Structure by Chen Guanfan, Structural Technician
Construction:
Architecture, Water, and Electricity: Mr. Ye, Civil Engineering, Packaging Industry
Construction Method: Reinforced concrete beam-column system combined with steel structure
Exterior Walls: Weather-resistant coating and wood-grain cement board
Openings: Painted steel plate edging
Photography: Zhu Yiwen / Yuanjian Imaging Studio
Base Area: 2,522 square meters
Building Area: 176.83 square meters
Floor Area: 302.03 square meters
Costs:
Construction: NTD 8,000,000
Water and Electricity: NTD 1,200,000
Air Conditioning: NTD 400,000
Interior: NTD 1,000,000
Landscape: NTD 400,000
Design Period: February 2015 – December 2015
Construction Period: April 2016 – April 2020
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