Healing Hills Villa

2024. 11. 22. 19:31

The Healing Hills Villa was originally a deserted courtyard atop a small hill, surrounded by lush green trees with twisting roots, making it feel as if it were protected by 48 old camphor trees.

The transformation of the architectural space relies entirely on the relationship with the trees—neither encroaching upon them nor isolating them. There are three strategies. First, the scattered buildings were integrated into three courtyards, each relatively independent yet closely connected. Second, the boundaries between the built environment and the natural surroundings were blurred, allowing trees to coexist within the courtyards and the courtyards to extend into the trees, creating a seamless interaction between architecture and nature. Finally, new functions were infused based on the distinct characteristics of each space, creating a bridge of experience between the "artificial" and the "natural".

There are 6 relationships between architecture and 48 old camphor trees: “Encircled”, “Encirclement”, “Retreat”, “Gaze”, “Impaction” and “Contrast”.

Architecture draws from and merges with nature, with the design combining spatial elements with the natural forms found in traditional Chinese painting and extracts 4 key elements.

“Rolling Mountain” — Undulating Roof

Based on the original building layout, integrate the scattered roofs and, taking functional needs into account, delineate the functional zones, ultimately forming a three-courtyard layout that unfolds around the trees.

“Stacked Platform” — Expansive Platform

With the undulating terrain of the Healing Hill Villa site, the platforms are stacked at varying heights, "gazing" at each other between the trees, creating a landscape space and activity area that offers diverse spatial experiences.

“Floating Clouds” — Surrounding Bridge

The Bridge connects the three courtyard spaces, enriching the experience of wandering. Serving as a daily weather-protected walkway, a three-dimensional landscape passage, and a space for parent-child activities.

“Towering Stones” — Inserted Block

Emphasize important nodes as visual focal points and landmarks, making them standout features within the space.