bcho architects associates covered the gugi-dong house in seoul, south korea, with a punctured metal mesh that gives an ethereal quality, ventilation and brings light to the residence. the project site is surrounded by buildings on all sides, except where it is flanked by a large stone reinforcement wall along its backside. because the ground floor lacked conditions for natural ventilation and lighting, the focus of the project shifted towards optimizing the top floor, comprised of a large outdoor deck and one small room. unburdened by perimeter walls, the deck allows those who find their way to it to enjoy the full panoramic view towards bukhan mountain. 

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bcho architects kept the finishes raw yet contemporary, recurring to a material palette of metals, rough concrete and light wood. a clear pvc sheet roofing allows the surrounding forest scenery and sunlight to extend deep indoors. underneath the pvc sheet, a layer of expanded metal breaks and softens the incoming sunlight. 
 
 
the residence was laid out and organized to suit the client?s specific needs. there are three bedrooms in the house: one for the couple, and the remaining two for each of their children. each is placed side by side on the second floor, allowing for all three rooms to share a common uninhabited view towards the mountain.the couple also requested a private bath, an intimate space for relaxation. compared to the permanency of these interventions, the rooms for...