DSD Building Láng Hạ: Modern Architectural Landmark in the Heart of Hanoi
DSD Building, located at 63–71 Láng Hạ Street, is a premium office and mixed-use development serving diplomatic and institutional functions. Positioned at the intersection of Đống Đa and Ba Đình districts, this project is not only a functional real estate development but also a modern architectural highlight contributing to Hanoi’s evolving urban landscape.
Project Overview
DSD Building is developed by the Diplomatic Corps Service Department under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam. The project aims to provide high-quality working and living spaces in one of the most important arterial roads in Hanoi.
Key Information
- Project Name: DSD Building
- Location: 63–71 Láng Hạ Street, Đống Đa District, Hanoi
- Coordinates: 21.01682663 / 105.8152237
- Developer: Diplomatic Corps Service Department – Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Land Area: 971.6 m²
- Construction Footprint: 690 m²
- Total Floor Area: 6,860 m²
- Scale: 15 floors (including 1 technical floor) and 2 basements
- Building Height: 54.6 m
- Construction Start: 27 July 2013
The project involves reputable consulting and construction partners:
- Supervision Consultant: TEXO Investment and Consulting JSC
- Design Consultant: Vietnam National Construction Consultants Corporation (VNCC)
- Project Management: CONINCO Engineering and Construction Inspection JSC
Strategic Location and Connectivity
DSD Building benefits from a prime location on Láng Hạ Street—one of Hanoi’s major transportation corridors connecting Đống Đa and Ba Đình districts. This ensures excellent accessibility to key administrative, financial, and cultural hubs of the capital.
- Approximately 3 km from Ba Đình political center
- More than 4 km from Hoàn Kiếm Lake (city center)
The 50-meter-wide Láng Hạ Road ensures high traffic capacity and smooth mobility. The building also enjoys rare green surroundings in central Hanoi:
- Front-facing view of Indira Gandhi Park
- Rear-facing view of Hoàng Cầu Lake
Scale and Structure
The building is designed with a modern reinforced concrete structure and glass façade system, ensuring durability, aesthetics, and natural lighting efficiency.
Building Specifications
- 15 floors total (including 1 technical floor)
- 2 basement levels for parking
- Main floor height: 4.2 m
- Standard floor height: 3.6 m
Internal circulation is optimized with:
- 2 high-speed elevators
- 1 staircase
- 1 emergency steel exit stair
The basement system provides dedicated parking space, supported by a well-designed ramp access and separate pedestrian entry.
Design Concept and Architecture
The architectural design follows a modern mixed-use concept, combining office functions with diplomatic residential services. The glass curtain wall system enhances visual transparency and creates a contemporary urban identity.
The façade design emphasizes minimalism, functionality, and integration with surrounding urban infrastructure, reflecting the evolving skyline of central Hanoi.
Construction Progress
Construction commenced on 27 July 2013. By Q3/2016, the project had reached its final completion phase, preparing for operation and handover. This demonstrates strong execution capability from the developer under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Value and Development Significance
DSD Building is more than a real estate project—it is a strategic diplomatic infrastructure asset. Its prime location, professional design consultancy, and integration with green urban spaces such as Hoàng Cầu Lake and Indira Gandhi Park significantly enhance its long-term value.
The project contributes to strengthening the Láng Hạ–Láng corridor as a high-value administrative and commercial zone, while reinforcing Hanoi’s position as a modern capital city.
With its strategic location, modern architecture, and diplomatic function, DSD Building stands as a distinctive landmark in central Hanoi’s real estate landscape.
