Building facade with vertical garden of potted plants in ceramic pots, creating a green wall.

A building facade covered with rows of potted plants arranged vertically, creating a lush green wall. The structure features a grid-like pattern with ceramic pots holding various plants. The facade appears open, with plants providing a natural screen.

Aerial view of a multi-story building with a vertical garden facade in an urban area.
A building facade covered with vertical rows of ceramic planting pots filled with greenery, creating a vertical garden effect. The structure is framed by brick columns and features a gated entrance at the ground level.
A building facade featuring a vertical garden with numerous potted plants arranged in metal frames.
Aerial view of a building facade covered with vertical rows of ceramic planting pots filled with greenery.
A building facade featuring a vertical garden with rows of ceramic pots containing various plants.
A vertical garden facade featuring rows of ceramic planting pots filled with lush green plants.
A vertical garden facade featuring rows of ceramic pots filled with lush green plants.
Close-up view of a vertical garden facade featuring rows of ceramic pots filled with lush green plants, supported by a metal frame.
A building facade covered with vertical rows of ceramic pots filled with greenery, creating a vertical garden.
A vertical garden facade featuring rows of ceramic pots with lush green plants, supported by a metal frame.
A vertical garden facade with rows of ceramic pots filled with lush green plants.
A building facade with a vertical garden composed of ceramic pots filled with various plants, creating a lush green wall. Below, a courtyard with additional potted plants and a small water feature is visible, with a person walking nearby.
A building facade covered with vertical rows of ceramic pots filled with lush green plants, creating a vertical garden. The foreground features additional potted plants and a textured wall made of stacked tiles.
An interior courtyard featuring a small garden with various plants and a water feature. The space is bordered by a textured brick wall and has a ceiling fan above. There are hanging planters along the edge of the roof.
A courtyard with a central water feature surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants, with a view of trees and a gate in the background.
A person stands on a balcony with a vertical garden facade, featuring rows of potted plants. A wicker hanging chair is visible inside the room, which has wooden flooring and white curtains.
Interior view of a space with a vertical garden featuring rows of potted plants in ceramic pots hanging on a metal frame, alongside a textured wall.
A view through a vertical garden facade with rows of potted plants in ceramic pots, overlooking a green urban landscape.
A narrow walkway with a metal grid floor runs alongside a building facade, which features vertical rows of ceramic pots with greenery. The facade is designed with a metal frame supporting the pots, creating a vertical garden. Large glass windows are visible on the left, reflecting the greenery.
Interior view of a modern living space featuring wooden furniture, a staircase, and a kitchen area.
A spacious interior room with wooden flooring and furniture, featuring a large bookshelf, a dining table, and a seating area. The room has a textured ceiling and large windows with greenery visible outside.
A room with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by bookshelves filled with books. The wall features a textured pattern, and there is a ceiling fan. Large glass doors open to a lush garden with various plants.
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Interior view of a room featuring a textured wall with a wave-like pattern, a wooden floor, and a built-in bookshelf filled with books. A desk with a chair is positioned near the bookshelf. The ceiling has a textured design, and there is a railing overlooking a lower level.
Close-up view of a textured wall composed of layered, wavy tiles in various shades of brown with a small black cylindrical object attached.
Interior view of a multi-level space featuring a textured wall made of stacked tiles, wooden flooring, and metal railings. A corridor with a wooden door is visible on the upper level, and a plant is seen in the corner.
Interior view of a multi-level space featuring a staircase with metal railings, wooden steps, and a wooden seating area. The walls are adorned with decorative elements and shelving, and there is a mix of natural and artificial lighting.
A person walking up a staircase with a wooden base and metal railing, set against a textured wall.
Interior view of a staircase with wooden steps and a textured wall.
A staircase with a textured wall and a decorative metal screen window overlooking a courtyard with plants.
Interior view of a modern home featuring a staircase with metal railings, a textured wall, and a section with potted plants arranged vertically. The space includes wooden flooring and a circular mirror on the wall.
Interior view of a multi-level space featuring wooden stairs and railings, with a circular window and textured wall.
Interior view of a room with large windows showcasing a vertical garden with potted plants. The room features a wooden floor, a chair, a small table, a desk, and a freestanding bathtub. The ceiling has a textured pattern and the walls are adorned with curtains and a textured surface.
Interior view of a bathroom with a freestanding bathtub next to a large window. The window features a vertical garden with potted plants, allowing natural light to filter through.
Interior view of a modern space featuring a staircase, patterned walls, and large windows with decorative metal grilles. A potted plant is visible outside, and the area is well-lit with natural light.
A rooftop space featuring terracotta tiles, potted plants, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns. There are various plants in pots and planters, and a long table with chairs, creating a garden-like atmosphere.
A rooftop area featuring a vertical garden with ceramic pots arranged in metal frames, alongside a wall with a textured pattern.
A brick archway with stacked tiles frames a view of a rooftop garden area with potted plants and a lattice wall.
A series of three hand-drawn sketches illustrating the concept of a vertical garden facade. The first sketch shows a flat garden with trees and vegetables. The second sketch depicts the garden being lifted vertically. The third sketch shows the garden fully integrated into a building facade, creating a vertical garden effect.
Architectural elevation drawings of a building featuring a vertical garden facade.
A vertical garden system with ceramic pots arranged in metal frames, alongside technical drawings detailing the structure.
Architectural section drawing of a multi-story building with vertical garden elements on the facade.
Architectural floor plans of a multi-level building featuring various rooms and spaces.

Story

A Vietnamese home redefines urban agriculture with a living facade. In the heart of Thai Binh city, Vietnam, H&P Architects have crafted a residence that seamlessly integrates agriculture into urban life. The project, aptly named 'Flying Vegetation', transforms a typical city plot into a multi-layered, interactive space. The house is strategically positioned to face a shared neighborhood garden, inspiring a planted buffer that filters the urban environment through lush greenery. This living screen maintains a connection with the surroundings through its evolving facade. The building's program is distributed across multiple levels. The first three floors are dedicated to residential use, while the upper levels are available for rental, fostering a sense of community through shared spaces like the third floor and rooftop. The facade, a striking feature, consists of vertical frames with ceramic planting pots, creating a dynamic, suspended appearance. This system allows for practical maintenance and supports healthy plant growth, enhancing the visual and environmental quality of the space. Inside, a courtyard introduces water, acting as a natural cooling element and reinforcing the house's ecosystemic design. The interior palette is a harmonious blend of concrete and wood, offering a balance between raw and warm textures. Traditional yin yang tiles and ceramic jars connect the house to cultural construction techniques, emphasizing the role of soil-based materials in both architecture and agriculture.

## Design Highlights

Vertical facade of ceramic pots creating a dynamic living screen Integration of water features for natural cooling Use of traditional yin yang tiles and ceramic jars Shared rooftop space promoting community interaction Modular facade system for easy maintenance and plant growth

## Key Facts

Feature Description
Location Thai Binh city, Vietnam
Architect H&P Architects
Materials Yin yang tiles, ceramic jars, steel, concrete
Levels Multi-level with residential and rental spaces
Year Completed 2026

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • Interior: Concrete surfaces paired with wood furniture, creating a balance between raw and warm finishes.
  • Exterior: Vertical garden facade with ceramic pots and metal frames.

Materials

  • Ceramic — Used in the vertical garden facade as planting pots.
  • Metal — Frames supporting the vertical garden facade.
  • Concrete — Interior surfaces.
  • Wood — Interior furniture and flooring.
  • Yin yang tiles — Key material linking the house to familiar construction techniques.

Construction / Systems

  • Facade System: Vertical frames holding rows of ceramic planting pots, designed to be opened for maintenance.
  • Cooling System: Courtyard with a water feature for natural cooling and temperature regulation.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: natural greens, earthy browns
  • Lighting: Natural light filtered through the vertical garden facade.

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