S I T E M A P
Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam-Korea Institute of Science and Technology (VKIST)
Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam-Korea Institute of Science and Technology (VKIST)
Design
- Introduction
- The Vietnam-Korea Institute of Science and Technology (VKIST) was established in response to a request made during the Korea-Vietnam Summit in March 2012, where Vietnam expressed the need to establish a science and technology research institute similar to the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), recognizing the significant role of scientific and technological advancements in Korea’s economic growth. In December 2014, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) embarked on an Official Development Assistance (ODA) project with the aim of establishing a research institution leading Vietnam’s modernization. Heerim, in collaboration with KIST, conducted consultancy services for research facilities, successfully implementing an innovative Research and Development (R&D) center that pioneers Vietnam’s scientific progress. VKIST was strategically designed in a V-shaped site plan layout symbolizing Vietnam, providing a panoramic view towards the lake, and ensuring the symbolic prominence of the main building complex facing the entrance road. The cafeteria and observation deck integrated with the southern lakeside promenade are expected to foster collaboration, interaction, and creativity among researchers at VKIST. In particular, the central deck connects all buildings, including the research complex and main building, to enhance convenience for researchers utilizing the facilities and provide diverse community spaces. The site layout and massing design were carefully planned, taking into consideration the hot and humid local climate, with a focus on minimizing solar heat gain and facilitating natural ventilation throughout the entire site. Especially, the building facade were inspired by bamboo, a familiar element to the Vietnamese people, aiming to embody natural patterns. In addition, various efforts were made to create a multi-faceted environmentally friendly architecture, including indoor and rooftop greenery, the use of recycled materials and etc.
