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Architect:- Eric Cumine, F.R.I.B.A.
A HOUSE TO SATISFY A HOST
Planned in a "T" shape in three split levels, the residence of Dr. Y.S. Lam on site 83A Kowloon Tsai was designed specifically to meet the client's requirements that it should. lend itself to the entertainment of
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guests, and at the same time achieve an impression of spaciousness. Both requirements have been fully met.
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The house, which has a wall on the south, com- prises four areas each with a separate function — entrance court on the south east corner, the children's playground in the north west, and two level gardens in the south west, with the south east reserved for service.
The definition of the separate areas and the view of the garden are especially impressive as one enters the hall.
The lowest level consists of two bedrooms, with a play hall for the children leading directly out of the
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CHILDREN'S OUTDOOR
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Left, ground floor plan. Above, section AA.
Top, southern elevation as viewed from garden.
THE HONG KONG & FAR EAST BUILDER
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