Asian Architecture [ARC 2234]

The adop)on of the cultural values of the ornaments from Thai Royal Thai Palace into Contemporary Resorts TIOW TZE JINN 1101P13103

Ornaments • The final layer of Thai architecture its lavish ornamenta)on, is the layer that is most unique to Thailand.

• Ornament represents the last layer in Thai architecture in two different senses.

• In the construc)on process itself, it is the last step.

Bangkok Grand Palace • In Thai, the palace elements call aIen)on to themselves because they are stylized so far beyond func)onal needs.

• Every element in the palace is heavily ornamented.

• Styliza)on usually has symbolic intent as well, with reference to Buddhism and cosmology.

• Almost all of the elements are rich in symbolism

• The ornaments can serve magical purposes, as in ease of carved roof finials that embody guardian figures meant to ward off evil influences.

• Guardian figures are embodied in roof finials, eave brackets and courtyard statuary.

Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai Hotel

• Located in Thailand’s Rose of the North – Chiang Mai.

• Ancient Palace-­‐like structures, tradi)onal Lanna-­‐style villas and delighZul colonial mansions house luxurious accommoda)on.

Ornaments in the Resort • Chinese Influenced Carved Wood Doorway

• Carved Wood • Plaster, Stucco and Cement

Roof Finials

Reference • Sthapitanonda, N., & Mertens B. (2012). Chapter 7: Temple and Palace Ornament & Chapter 8: Immigrant and Foreign-­‐ Influenced Architecture. In Sthapitanonda, N., & Mertens B., Gobal, L.J. (Eds) Architecture of THAILAND: A guide to tradi6onal and contemporary forms. (pp 187 – 209; pp 213 – 225). Singapore, SG: EdiUons Didier Millet, edm. (Original work published 2005) • Usavangkul C. (2012). Lanna Colonial: A Return to Elegance. (pp 100 – 107) Chiang Main, Thailand: Within Books.

Image References • hIp://www.dharadhevi.com/Photo_Gallery • hIp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Palace