09/08/2025
PROJECT: FACADE | SPACE REVITALIZATION
CLIENT: .lakeside
This building showcases a thoughtful renovation that transforms a pre-existing structure into a vibrant mixed-use commercial space. From an architectural standpoint, the design introduces contemporary interventions to elevate both aesthetics and functionality. The most striking upgrade is the bold red perforated metal cladding applied to the facade. This not only provides a fresh, dynamic visual identity but also acts as a modern skin that conceals the older structure behind, creating depth, texture, and rhythm. The cladding is carefully layered over the existing facade, giving the building a cohesive and sophisticated appearance, especially when illuminated at night.
The ground floor maintains open and transparent access to branded retail stores through full-height glazing and defined arched entries that invite pedestrian flow from the street. Vertical circulation is achieved through an external staircase and internal core, leading to a mid-level restaurant space that offers a semi-outdoor dining experience, enhanced by glass railings and landscaped terrace seating. At the uppermost level, restaurant lounge are capped by a large overhanging roof with wooden soffits, adding warmth and shade to the rooftop area.
The courtyard at the rear or inner section of the building introduces a human-centric spatial experience with curvilinear balconies wrapped in greenery. These planted railings and pendant lighting elements bring in a soft, biophilic character that contrasts and complements the modern materials used elsewhere. The renovation focuses not just on visual impact, but also on user comfort and experiential quality, making this a standout example of adaptive reuse and façade enhancement in an urban setting.
