Topography, Legislation and Landscape: What to Consider When Building a House

One of the first decisions to be made when designing a house is where to place it on the site. Whether it's a large or small plot, house placing impacts the architecture of the building itself and its relation with the neighborhood. Therefore, it must be carefully thought out and designed.

Topography, Legislation and Landscape: What to Consider When Building a House
Labri House / Nguyen Khai Architects & Associates. Image © Hiroyuki Oki Labri House / Nguyen Khai Architects & Associates. Image © Hiroyuki Oki

One of the first decisions to be made when designing a house is where to place it on the site. Whether it's a large or small plot, house placing impacts the architecture of the building itself and its relation with the neighborhood. Therefore, it must be carefully thought out and designed.

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