Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

August 27, 2025 | 09:32 pm PT
A vertical lighting solution fills this house in Da Nang City with natural sunlight and greenery, compensating for its awkward location deep inside an alley.
Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

Located in a narrow alley, with an awkward shape and only one open side, the architect opted for a vertical lighting and ventilation solution.

Two skylights, one in the middle and one at the back of the house, were used to create three continuous areas for sunlight and airflow: the front facade, the middle skylight, and the back skylight.

The functional rooms were designed to maximize natural light from these openings.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

For the irregularly shaped area, the architect designed soft curves to create a seamless feel and conceal imperfections.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The stairs and flooring sections beneath the skylights feature cut-out designs, maximizing the flow of light down into the space below.

The thin metal staircase creates a light and minimalist feel, suitable for the narrow space. The light that filters through the cut-outs also creates beautiful sunbeam effects.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The first floor is arranged with a living room, kitchen-dining area, a hall for parking, and a bathroom.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The compact living room features neutral-toned furniture, creating a calm atmosphere.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The TV wall, with its folded design, serves as a focal point.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The dining table has a smooth, curved shape, as if lifted from the floor, creating a strong visual connection, adorned by a tree.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The kitchen area is cleverly tucked next to the staircase, ensuring both connectivity and a degree of separation from the main living space.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The kitchen has a window for ventilation, helping to eliminate cooking odors.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The bedrooms are located on the upper floors to ensure maximum privacy.

Creative lighting design transforms compact home into sunlit haven

The bathroom, located next to a skylight, ensures good ventilation and ample natural light.

Thu Huong
Design and construction: 90S
Lead architect: Bui Dang Khoa

 
 
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