THESIS : Sustainable Dwells for Well-Being and Multi Generations
Purpose of the Project
Sustainable Dwells for Well-being and Multi-generation Living is a research project exploring the dynamics of multigenerational housing. The project addresses common misunderstandings that arise when people of different ages live together, acknowledging that each generation has distinct views, attitudes, and needs. Through careful analysis of each age group’s perspectives and requirements, this research aims to develop architectural solutions that foster meaningful interaction and accommodate diverse activities. The ultimate goal is to create spaces that bridge generational gaps and promote harmonious coexistence within shared living environments.
Well-Being
Well-being is defined as feeling good and functioning well.
Multi Generations Sustainable
existence of generations is caused by the changes in culture, perspective, attitude, environment in each period
SITE ANALYSIS PROGRAM
USER ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DESIGN
Wabi-Sabi
Wabi-sabi is a Japanese philosophical and aesthetic concept that embraces the beauty of imperfection, impermanence, and the natural aging process.
Naturalness the natural state of things original state
The concept of living in harmony with nature and understand nature that is like the root of living.
The core of the philosophy mentioned being part of nature and simplicity of life.
SYNTHESIS
NATURE
Imperfect Adapt
Perfect to be adapted Resilient Phenomenon Impermanent Change Transform Incomplete Transition Interaction
Imperfections of form, area, and usability to meet the needs of users to interact and a connection with nature
Movement towards the void
Flexibility of space, variety of applications per unit area
Impermanent Incomplete
Everything, including the universe itself. is in a state of variation incomplete
Connection of the area
Never ending, never cut off, of the relationship between the inside and the outside.
The boundaries separate spaces.
The boundaries let two space can see and talk with each others.
The boundaries let two space can see through each others.
The boundaries let two space can interact with each others.
DEVELOPMENT
EXPLODING DIAGRAM
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainable Social Sustainable Economic
A sustainable community fosters a positive neighborhood environment through shared activities and interaction.
On-site vegetable gardens promote self-sufficiency and improve residents’ access to nutritious food.
Environment
The project incorporates sustainable features such as solar panels for self-generated electricity, eco-friendly materials, and a layout optimized for natural ventilation in every home.
Glasshouse
Gardening
LAYOUT
PERSPECTIVE
ELEVATION - SECTION
TYPOLOGY
GALLERY HOUSE - Home in Town
PROGRAM
- Living Space
- Gallery Space
- Working Space
- Darkroom
- Provide space
- Master bedroom
- Bedroom
- Kitchen
- Parking
INTRODUCTION
The clients, currently residing in a condominium, wish to return to the Thong Lor district where they previously lived. As a professional photographer, the client envisions a minimalist home that maximizes natural light and incorporates both a photography studio and gallery space. This relocation represents not just a change of residence, but an opportunity to create a space that seamlessly blends their living requirements with their creative profession.
CONCEPT
The property features a thoughtfully designed green buffer zone that serves as a natural boundary between private and public spaces. This landscaped area not only creates a clear spatial separation but also functions as a transitional element, enhancing privacy while maintaining visual appeal.
DEVELOPMENT
SITE ANALYSIS
ADD BUFFER FINALIZE
The design aims to create distinct, yet interactive, public work and private living spaces.
A double-height living room connects the first and second floors, creating a spacious, light-filled central area.
RESORT - Star Scape Samui
star scape star
INTRODUCTION
Koh Samui, a tranquil Thai island paradise, offers a restorative escape from everyday life. This project seeks to create a sanctuary where guests can reconnect with themselves and nature, finding peace and rejuvenation in the island’s serene atmosphere.
LOCATION
9.427720, 100.016248
Maret Kohsamui
Surat thani Thailand
CONCEPT : CONSTELLATIONS
Constellations help us identify and distinguish individual stars. The word “constellation” comes from the Latin “constellatio,” meaning “set with stars.”
- CONNECT the DOT IN the SKY
cassiopeia, the star that leads to polaris
cluster linear + radial
The purpose of the design is to connect people and environment. On top of that to heal the habitant by reacting with the nature and in the night the roof become the art fram of star.
2ND FLOOR
HIGH RISE - Together Ratchayothin
Concept : together
Location
lattitude 13 50’14.00”N
longitude 100 34’28.25”E
Sena Nikhom, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900
Positive
Characteristics
- near BTS station - near public utilities - near shopping mall
The design integrates concrete and green spaces to foster interaction and communication among users. The main living area is a central core, with green spaces woven throughout the building. These green areas act as a protective “skin,” creating shared spaces for residents to connect and engage with one another.
Negative
Characteristics - noise from bts train - noise from Paholyothin road.
List of Plants piper sarmentosum thunbergia grandiflora trachelospermum jasminoides hedera hibernica
FRONT
TYPICAL PLAN
MEGA PROJECT - Walk a Library
Walk-a-library
@Lad Phrao Intersection
What is Walkable City?
Walkable city or City that have abilities for walking. City’s designed to make people can walk freelyand safety to wherever in city.Walkable city might be included with the assembly of social activities and Pedestrian activity. And the design is from context and environment for people. The environment that effect human behavior
Issue
To transfer people from the bus stop to Ladprao. And the sidewalk from BTS Mo Chit could not connect to Ha Yaek Ladphrao station and Ladphrao road. This area still lacks public space. And the ability to connect the areas together, allowing users to accessibility in the field of walking.
To Assemble or Disperse
To Invite or Repel
To Assemble or Disperse
To Invite or Repel
Process Concept Diagram
SITE
The on ground site is next to Paholyothin Rd. and Vipawadee-Rangsit Road at the Lat Phrao Interchange. That’s along the bts green line.and pass mrt line. Form the basic form from the context there’re office buildings at the left side and Vachirabenjatas paek at the right side to make two mass of building.
The on ground site is next to Paholyothin Rd. and Vipawadee-Rangsit Road at the Lat Phrao Interchange. That’s along the bts green line.and pass mrt line. CUT THE GROUND
making the walkway from bts Mo chit to btsHa yaek Ladphrao pass through the positive and negative space
the pedestrian from park to
to
the space in the negataive
Location
BTS Mo Chit to BTS Ha Yaek Lat Phrao
FLOOR PLANS
LAYOUT
The 4th node platform at the last junction before bts Ha
The 3rd node platform connects the peopleat the residential area and office area
The 2nd node platform connects the people from the office and the public parks to the projects
The 1st node platform connects the people around bts Mo Chit
The section show the space from the building to the public area outside. From the library function to the outdoor amphitheatre. The inbetween space it the path that connect people. The space is likely to make people to do that they detemined and mostly the functions is make for them. This space is made for people and letting the people do as they determined.
Yaek Lad Phrao
MIXED USE PROJECT - Neighbor Hub 2020
Neighbor Hub project
The project explores housing dynamics through a comparative study of residential patterns in Japan and Singapore, focusing on the concept of shared living spaces. Central to the design is a complex housing model that encourages social interaction and community engagement through strategically designed public and shared areas that support residents’ collective and individual needs.
Development
Diagram
The site is located at On-nut, directly in front of a BTS station and surrounded by commercial buildings.
20m road setback. Maximum building height: 60m. Building can use full width behind setback line.
Mass design adapted for function: top zone pushed up for emphasis, lower public zone connects to parking building.
Three entrances: main access from BTS On-nut station, second from pedestrian walkway, and service entrance connecting parking to main building.
The building mass steps down towards the rear to emphasize the front facade, which contains the primary functions and spaces.
The building is designed to be more user-friendly by adding green and public spaces. The lower levels will have parks, while the upper levels will have public amenities and green spaces.
Three cores serve different zones: front core supports public functions, middle core acts as main circulation, and back core serves parking. The building is divided into public lower floors and private residential upper floors.
The project’s final design features a transparent facade for the upper levels and multi-level parks in the lower zone, creating a more connected and user-friendly environment.
