Inner Court House by Plus Idea Studio Turns Inward in Phan Rang

The Inner Court House, designed by Plus Idea Studio, is a 250-square-meter residence in Phan Rang, Vietnam, completed in 2025. The project was curated by Miwa Negoro, with principal architect Ha Nam Nguyen and design team members Hoang Phuc Nguyen and Bich Thuy Pham Vu. Photographs were taken by Paul Phan. Rather than opening onto the street, the house is oriented around a central courtyard, allowing natural light, vegetation, and airflow to penetrate deep into the living spaces. This inward-looking design creates a private residential environment adapted to the local climate of Phan Rang. The project was featured on ArchDaily in Spanish, with an English version available. The design emphasizes a response to the hot and dry conditions of the region, using the courtyard as a climatic moderator. The house is categorized under 'Casas' (Houses) on ArchDaily. The project was published in 2025, and the architects aimed to balance privacy with environmental comfort. The courtyard serves as the core of the home, fostering a connection to nature while maintaining seclusion from the street. The design reflects a contemporary approach to tropical architecture, prioritizing passive cooling and natural ventilation. The project's location in Phan Rang, a coastal city in south-central Vietnam, influences its architectural response to the climate. The team's collaboration resulted in a residence that integrates traditional courtyard principles with modern design language.