‘Le Jardin’ ParkCity Hanoi

Overview

Le Jardin is a secluded haven of luxury nestled within the lush, verdant landscape of Ha Dong, Vietnam. Inspired by the timeless elegance of French colonial estates, the design harmoniously integrates contemporary amenities to create a distinctive and refined living environment.

The design brief called for a resort-style living experience within an urban context, emphasizing eco-friendly principles and a seamless integration of built and green spaces. Our vision was to cultivate a vibrant, well-balanced community that fosters well-being through diverse spatial scales and rich ecological variety.

Spanning 4.2 hectares, Le Jardin is anchored by a tranquil 1.4-hectare lake and an expansive wetland park, which together form the lush heart of the ParkCity Hanoi development. The masterplan extends beyond individual neighborhoods to include multifaceted public facilities, presenting the challenge of delivering a holistic living experience that balances architectural formality with natural openness.

The landscape design is conceived as both an extension of the architectural language and a tribute to Hanoi’s rich cultural heritage. It reinterprets the classical French garden through a contemporary lens, blending informal, organic planting with precise geometric lines and framed vistas. This interplay creates an oasis of serenity where modern urban living coexists with abundant greenery.

Ultimately, Le Jardin aims to foster a safe, engaging, and inspiring environment for residents of all ages-an immersive landscape that rejuvenates the spirit and nurtures community life.

Set against a rich backdrop of abundant greenery, the landscape design revolves around three key features – the grand arrival feature, the central linear park and finally the expansive wetland park. Each of these three features is unique in its characters and contributes significantly to the disparate experiences the residents could enjoy.

Design Criteria

The landscape experience begins with the grand water feature framing the entrance archway. Conceived as a key arrival feature, it is a large placid pool reflecting a grid of elegant trees that float on its silvery surface as slender green columns welcoming both residents and visitors.

Past the grand entry feature and boulevard is the second key feature of landscape design – the central linear park. Primarily accessed through a sculptural feature trellis and interwoven with all the villas through a series of mews and garden paths, it is conceived as a series of rectilinear garden spaces to accommodate a reading deck, play court, exercise court, relaxation deck, BBQ garden and pavilion. Further south, down the central walkway, a picturesque waterfront pavilion marks the end of this linear park and the beginning of a new landscape experience.

The wetland park with its retention lake marks the southern edge of the development and it is a complete contrast in both disposition and experience from the rest of two key landscape features. Conceived as a retention lake and designed to evoke a natural feel it is a water garden of streams and reels sprinkled with landforms that float among these winding waterways. A couple of meandering boardwalks glide along this natural edge and a small bridge across to a floating island invite residents to be close to nature in the middle of the city among birds and butterflies.

Sustainability

The wetland park, acting both as a key habitat zone as well as part of a sustainable urban drainage strategy forms the core of the project sustainability. The use of locally sourced planting was a crucial aspect of the project’s sustainable design, as it ensured that the design would be able to withstand the unique environmental conditions of Vietnam.

By choosing species native to the area, the landscape established an environment that was not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, while also reducing the carbon footprint of the project. This approach benefited the environment and contributed to the local economy by supporting local businesses and creating jobs.

By incorporating a variety of diverse plants, including native species, flowering shrubs, and groundcovers, the landscape is more resilient to pests while attracting beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies, which are essential for pollination and a healthy ecosystem.

The primary hardscape material used in this project is natural stone considering not only aesthetics and the premium grade of the development but also the durability, ease of procurement and recycling properties. For the feature landscape structures, powder coated mild steel is used to achieve clean expression and easy availability.

To reduce water wastage drip irrigation system is used in all softscape areas. Recycled water is furthermore used for all irrigation.

Value

Le Jardin’s landscape design significantly exceeds the original brief by making nature accessible and integral to everyday life. Residents can enjoy fresh air, open gardens, bird songs, and green canopies-all within the heart of the city. The landscape masterfully balances urban vibrancy, natural serenity, and cultural richness. Its three key garden and amenity zones offer a diverse range of experiences-from dynamic activity spaces to peaceful nature retreats-redefining luxurious resort-style living within an urban context.

At the core of this garden-living experience is the leafy wetland park along the southern edge. This natural oasis invites residents of all ages outdoors to explore meandering boardwalks that converge at a signature water pavilion. The retention pond system at the wetland park functions both as a serene landscape feature and an effective flood mitigation system. The park is dotted with garden swings, perfect for reading or bird watching, while green fingers with outdoor breakout platforms provide easy access to vibrant community spaces within a lush garden setting.

The central axis contrasts this tranquility with more active amenities, including outdoor exercise areas, children’s play zones, feature pavilions, and BBQ pods that foster social interaction and community bonding. Strategically placed benches along this spine ensure comfort for all, especially elderly residents, promoting inclusivity and well-being. The emphasis on lush planting and the wetland park supports biodiversity and natural stormwater management, while the thoughtful layering of cultural and natural elements creates a unique sense of place that resonates deeply with Hanoi’s identity.