ShapeUs studio

ShapeUs studio ShapeUs is an innovative architecture design practice based in Ho Chi Minh with experience on cultur

Belly Button . 2025Client: Jen and ChunDesign by ShapeUs: Lac Thy, Le Thao, Nha ThanhConstruction : ManukaLighting : sg...
06/03/2026

Belly Button . 2025

Client: Jen and Chun
Design by ShapeUs: Lac Thy, Le Thao, Nha Thanh
Construction : Manuka
Lighting :
sgn

Belly Button — a brunch and winery spot in District 1, Saigon.Inspired by the ritual spaces of Roman baths, the project ...
06/03/2026

Belly Button — a brunch and winery spot in District 1, Saigon.

Inspired by the ritual spaces of Roman baths, the project transforms a typical tube house into two contrasting atmospheres. Below, a warm, intimate dining room evokes the calm of a thermal bath. Above, a brighter “pool” zone opens up for wine and conversation.

The design embraces indulgence as a simple human condition. There is comfort in acknowledging our appetites—our small greeds and vulnerabilities.

A modest fit-out, shifting from quiet restraint downstairs to a more playful, sensual mood above.

A small place for food, wine, and the pleasure of giving in.

26/01/2026

Artspace . 2025

Client: Minor . Anantara Hoi An
Design by ShapeUs: Lac Thy, Le Thao, Nha Thanh
Construction : Manuka
Carpenter Works : .studio
Lighting :

Artspace - Outdoor Adaptation . 2025Artspace is a mixed-use art gallery and restaurant in Hoi An, originally completed i...
26/01/2026

Artspace - Outdoor Adaptation . 2025

Artspace is a mixed-use art gallery and restaurant in Hoi An, originally completed in 2018. The outdoor area was created as a pizzeria—an open pavilion beneath a glass roof. Over time, the space became vulnerable to the region’s climate: strong winds, heavy rain, and scorching heat.

This new phase addresses those constraints directly; rather than altering the spatial, the approach is to focus on the environment adaptation.

Roof shading, rain curtains, and sliding glass panels become the core design vocabulary, forming a flexible envelope that can be adjusted according to weather conditions through simple operation.

Planters define the perimeter and work as spatial dividers within the space, softening the boundary between inside and outside; turning an open air pavilion into a semi enclosed outdoor courtyard, providing protection and operational stability.

Listening Cornerdeveloped with V. and A.a sealed refuge for deep listeningin orbit. no context, no distractionNo gravity...
23/12/2025

Listening Corner

developed with V. and A.
a sealed refuge for deep listening
in orbit. no context, no distraction

No gravity. Just music

Created with the Sisters, Wendy and PatrickDesigned by ShapeUs : Ly Lac Thy, Nha Thanh, Le Thao, Thanh Nguyen, Xuan VyC...
06/11/2025



Created with the Sisters, Wendy and Patrick
Designed by ShapeUs : Ly Lac Thy, Nha Thanh, Le Thao, Thanh Nguyen, Xuan Vy
Construction by : .asia
Lighting by
Photograph by Hiroyuki Oki

Menu Board Design The menu at Tre Sorelle, a gelato shop, draws inspiration from Italian Art Nouveau ironwork. Then fil...
30/10/2025

Menu Board Design

The menu at Tre Sorelle, a gelato shop, draws inspiration from Italian Art Nouveau ironwork. Then filters through Vietnam typical "cửa sổ hoa sắt" aesthetic.
Each panel is completed with magnetic, and anchors to the fillet corners of the frame, allowing ease in rearrangement the flavours of the day.

Designed by Xuan Vy
Made by .asia

Very nice having Niwa san and his students from Kyoto Uni Post Grad visiting ShapeUs
13/10/2025

Very nice having Niwa san and his students from Kyoto Uni Post Grad visiting ShapeUs

Changing and Washing Facilities Hoi An . 2024Client : Minor InternationalDesigned by ShapeUs : Nguyen Dinh Nha Thanh, Ly...
08/08/2025

Changing and Washing Facilities
Hoi An . 2024
Client : Minor International

Designed by ShapeUs : Nguyen Dinh Nha Thanh, Ly Lac Thy, Nguyen Diep
Construction : Metta Cons
Lighting : Croled
Photography :

25/07/2025

𝗖𝗦𝗧: 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 #𝟯𝟲 // 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗨𝘀 - 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 + 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 (𝗦𝗚𝗦 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀)

Xin chào students,

As part of the Spatial Concepts Stream and Design Studies program, we have organized a creative industry talk featuring Le Ha, the Founder of ShapeUs Studio next week on Friday, August 1st.

We will be joined by Le Ha, who shares his insights into working creatively in the field of architecture. He will showcase his design philosophy and practice, approach to various unique and interesting design projects along with experience in working on Vietnam-based and international projects.

Before establishing ShapeUs in 2017, Le Ha worked across Japan, China, and Europe, contributing to global projects of various scales at Chikada Lighting, Zaha Hadid Architects, and Heatherwick Studio.

ShapeUs is an architecture and design practice based in Ho Chi Minh City, known for being context-driven and narrative-led. They do not adhere to a fixed style or seek attention through their form. Instead, each project unfolds quietly, shaped by empathy, deep thinking, and imagination. The name ShapeUs reflects their belief that “we shape our buildings, and thereafter they shape us.” It also highlights the mutual dialogue they value with their counterparts—clients, collaborators, and builders—who seek something distinct, often non-standard, where design carries strategic, cultural, and emotional weight.

📅 Friday, 1 August 2025
⏰ 2PM - 4PM
📍 Design Studio 1.2.21 (SGS Campus)
Online via Teams 👉 https://bit.ly/CST-36-TeamsLink

𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼:
Le Ha, ShapeUs studio
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Anantara Spa and Wellness Hoi An . 2024Client : Minor InternationalDesigned by ShapeUs : Ly Lac Thy, Le Hoang Khoi, Nguy...
17/07/2025

Anantara Spa and Wellness
Hoi An . 2024
Client : Minor International

Designed by ShapeUs : Ly Lac Thy, Le Hoang Khoi, Nguyen Diep
Furniture, Carpentry woodworking : .studio
Construction : Manuka
Lighting : Croled
Photography :

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