| Hoang Thuc Hao | |
| Birth Date: | 1971[1] |
| Birth Place: | Hanoi |
| Nationality: | Vietnamese |
| Occupation: | Architect |
| Organization: | - Vietnam Association of Architects- Hanoi University of Civil Engineering- 1+1>2 International Architecture Construction JSC |
| Website: | https://hoangthuchao.vn/ |
Hoang Thuc Hao[2] (born in 1971) is the Vice President of the Vietnam Association of Architects. He graduated from the Faculty of Architecture and Planning, Hanoi University of Civil Engineering in 1992, and gained his master degree from Turin Polytechnic University [3] in 2002. He is also a member of the Vietnam Green Architecture Council.[4] In 2003, Hao established "1+1>2 Architects",[5] an architecture firm that focuses on social architectural projects supporting disadvantaged communities and promoting cultural diversity in the context of rapid urbanization.
Hoang Thuc Hao is the first Vietnamese architect to win the 2016 SIA-GETZ Award for Outstanding Architect in Asia, and also the first Vietnamese to be awarded 02 major awards (organized once every three years): The Vassilis Sgoutas Prize for Implemented Architecture Serving the Impoverished 2017 & The Robert Matthew Prize for Sustainable and Humane Environments 2023 by the International Union of Architects (UIA).
UIA said:
"Hoang Thuc Hao pays special attention to rural areas and poor communities, highlighting the role of architects in the process of social construction and renovation. Deeply understanding and adapting to local conditions, Mr. has pioneered innovations. People participating and being an integral part of the construction process are empowered to improve their living environment. Not only does he aim for sustainability in construction, but more importantly, he respects and promotes cultural value in his works - an aspect often overlooked in developing economies."
"Hoang Thuc Hao is one of the few Vietnamese architects with a clear community mindset in combining the natural and living environments with strong community and cultural connections."
His architecture focuses on the practical support of cynical communities through diverse projects such as community houses, workers' houses, schools for disadvantaged children, new rural villages, etc. An effective approach, combining academic knowledge and folk experience, natural elements, and core indigenous culture, his work is an effective testament to the preservation and promotion of local identity. in a contemporary context.[9][10]
He proposed the philosophy of 'architecture of happiness' - architecture is not simply about designing and creating space, but can bring about justice and happiness.[11]
| TT | Awards | Year of Awards | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biennale SOFIA Award | 1994 | |
| 2 | UIA Award (International Union of Architects) | 1996, UIA | |
| 3 | First Prize of DAAD, Vietnam – Germany Science and Technology Center | 1996, CHLB Đức | |
| 4 | Prize of Viet Nam Parliament House Design Competition | 2007 | |
| 5 | First prize in the contest "For Hanoi today and tomorrow" | 2008 | |
| 6 | Second Prize (No First Prize) in urban planning and design contest in Hoan Kiem Lake and its vicinity | 2009 | |
| 7 | Award "Bui Xuan Phai - For the love of Hanoi" | 2010 | |
| 8 | The highest Prize of UIA Barbara Cappochin Award | 2011 | |
| 9 | First Prize of Vietnam Union of Literature and Art | 2014 | |
| 10 | Winner World Architecture Festival Award (WAF). Community Category | 2015 | |
| 11 | Vietnamese Architect of the Year - Ashui Awards[17] | 2015 | |
| 12 | Gold Prize of Vietnam Green Architecture | 2016 | |
| 13 | SIA-Getz Architecture Prize 2016 for Emergent Architecture in Asia | 2016 | |
| 14 | We Choice Awards - Inspire Ambassadors (Award chosen by the Award panel) | 2016 | |
| 15 | Grand Prize of Vassilis Sgoutas Prize - UIA | 2017 | |
| 16 | 2 Architecture Master Prize (AMP) 2018 in Education category | 2018 | |
| 17 | The highest Prize of the Architecture Planning Competition for President Ho Chi Minh Memorial Area, Nam Dan, Nghe An | 2019 | |
| 18 | 2 Architecture Master Prize AMP in category Green Architecture and Institutional Architecture | 2020 | |
| 19 | Gold winner in category Resort Buildings Arcasia Award for Architecture | 2020 | |
| 20 | 07 Spec Go Green Awards | 2014 – 2018 | |
| 21 | 12 Green Good Design Awards | 2011 - 2021 | |
| 22 | 06 Vietnam Green Architecture Awards | 2013 - 2021 | |
| 23 | 05 Futurarc Green Leadership Awards | 2011 - 2020 | |
| 24 | 07 Arcasia Architecture Awards - AAA | 2011 - 2021 | |
| 25 | 20 National Architecture Awards | 2006 - 2023 | |
| 26 | 10 The International Architecture Awards - IAA Chicago | 2011 - 2023 | |
| 27 | Winner of the Year - Design Educate Awards 2023[18] | 2023 | |
| 28 | State Prize for Literature and Arts 2023 | 2023 | |
| 29 | ArchDaily Building of the Year 2024 in Educational Architecture category[19] | 2024 |