THE CONCRETE HOUSE
LOCATION 108 THOMSON ROAD
SITE AREA 253.7 SQM
GFA 801.35 SQM
COMPLETION 2016
The client had purchased a pair of inter-mediate terrace houses with the intention to re-built into then into 1 unit of multi-generational dwelling and SOHO at the basement. The main challenges for the project was the site as it was located adjacent to the future N-S Expressway tunnel and the ground water level was very high. The structural and geotechnical requirements translated into a heavily engineered basement system which we carried up as architectural language and expression for the super-structure of the house. Due to the substandard length of the plots, we introduced voids adjacent to the shared parti-wall to bring in light and ventilation.![](https://cdn.myportfolio.com/be04b8defa7a5ea7c4f592fcbc61fdf0/0dae4cb5f38458cac88f2e2f_rw_600.jpg?h=e0401e64926e54d97feceaeccf88fe9d)
Operable sliding louvers to give the residents privacy from the busy main road
Vehicular access is from the rear service road. All concrete surfaces are kept bare.
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Internal voids to bring in sun-light and ventilation
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The main stairs is detailed with metal grating to allow maximum sun-light to filter through, even to the first storey
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The master bedroom at the Attic Level - Interior Design by CMD Pte Ltd
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The Family Area at the Attic Level - Interior Design by CMD Pte Ltd
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Strategically located voids provide sun-light and ventilation into the internal spaces - Interior Design by CMD Pte Ltd