Kaiyuan Block #9

This community of duplex villas is uniquely located in a suburban area on a mountainside. The villas are built into the natural environment using a simplified, traditional Chinese architectural style. Design elements include hipped roofs with deep overhangs, faux-wood railings, warm colors, and large glass windows. The main design objective was to fully respect the original natural environment while facing the challenge of the 30-percent slope. The designers took advantage of terrain by creating different levels for the roadway and pedestrian areas, allowing space for people to walk without the interference of cars.