The Winged House
A private family residence situated on a uniquely shaped triangular plot, the Winged House frames the site with two prominent forms ? the trapeziums. These forms open towards the main view at the back of the site where 3 existing majestic palms are, and of lush greenery. These embracing forms carve out and frame a middle garden for friendly and private gatherings.
Photography by © Patrick Bingham-Hall
In response to the tropical climate context, the formal exploration took a turn from cutting openings from a pure trapezoid form to separating roof from form.  The form draws from the understanding of traditional Malay architecture where the house itself is climatically responsive to bring comfort to its inhabitants.  The form of the traditional Malay house is reinterpreted into folding trapeziums whilst keeping its climatic purpose of bringing in fresh air into its interior space. Elements such as the extended overhanging eaves and the double pitched roof are adopted into the form.  The extended overhanging eaves are manifested in the form of extensive roof overhangs for the naturally ventilated spaces, which are enjoyed with much shelter and shade even during the seasonal heavy rain downpours. Diagrams
The traditional double pitched roof is translated into the separation and staggering of the roof form.  This split of the roof achieved a play of light and shadows into the interior space. Spaces such as the double volume Dining room, the 2nd storey passa...