Sited within the up-and-coming district of Thu Thiem as an extension of its masterplan, The Opera Residence is a 24-storey landmark within this vibrant district’s evolving skyline. The architectural successor to the Galleria Residence on the Saigon River front, it reimagines the existing block massing as a twin-tower typology that preserves and enhances river views.

Positioned adjacent to the Ho Chi Minh City Opera House, the design draws on the fluidity of orchestral music and the dynamism of the river. These elements inform a façade of undulating loggias, angled balconies and flowing geometry that maximises views while creating a distinct visual rhythm. Complementing the twin tower arrangement, a unified podium anchors the development and establishes a seamless transition to the civic-facing plaza fronting the City Opera House. Above, splayed and angled floor plates orient units toward the river, enriching views, daylight reach and spatial quality.

Lush landscapes and biophilic elements form an integral part of the development, covering over 20% of the site, supporting biodiversity and wellness. Sustainability is embedded in the development through passive strategies, optimised orientation, low-E curtain wall glazing, natural ventilation, incorporated into active systems including a building management system and renewable energy integration.  In bringing architecture, setting and lifestyle into thoughtful dialogue, The Opera Residence embodies a refined urban way of living and contributes meaningfully to Thu Thiem’s identity as Ho Chi Minh City’s new cultural and commercial heart.

AWARDS

LIV HOPSITALITY DESIGN AWARDS \ Architecture – Condominium, Winner, 2025
ARCHITECTURE MASTERPRIZE AWARDS \ Architectural Design, Residential Architecture Multi Unit, Honorable Mention, 2025
CREDAWARD \ Residence – Commercial Residence – Luxury Residence – Gold Award, 2025