Tham Luong Kindergarten & Primary School

Firm LocationHanoi, Viet Nam
Project locationDu Gia commune, Yen Minh district, Ha Giang province
Company1+1>2 Architects
Lead ArchitectHoang Thuc Hao, Do Minh Duc
Design TeamNguyen Gia Phong, Hoang Van Minh
ClientMidas Foundation

From a piece of barren rocky land in the valley, the cultural complex and Tham Luong school emerged with the uniqueness of 900 blocks of locally quarried stone. The 40-50cm thick stone walls are combined with small pieces of pebbles and adobe bricks, similar to the way the Hmong weave their traditional brocade. This effective windbreak solution keeps the classrooms warm in winter and cool in summer, ensuring good learning conditions for students.