CONCEPT: PORTAL

We arrange our exhibition and performance spaces using the concept of a portal. When we walk into the portal, we are transitioned from the present to the past and vice versa. So, we separate our exhibition spaces into three different spaces: Present, Transition, Past.

There are more than one way to enter the event area. Therefore, we are using ‘Loop’ circulation to not disturb the storyline of the program. No matter which entrances we use, we still get the storyline of a portal, from present to past and vice versa.

In order to give a solution to our long and narrow site, we need to attract people like a magnet to walk more. Based on the human scale and perspective, as shown in the photo, even though we are walking on the elevated walkway, we can see both the upcoming show’s screen and the theatre on the ground which is located quite far from there at the same time. It makes people want to reach those areas where they see because of curiosity. Therefore, we are providing the focal point to create that magnet effect.

In this area, we are using the opposite wall of the canal to cast the shadow of our event name ‘Shadows Valley’. We place the name block on the canal’s rail. At nighttime, we give the spotlight to the block from behind and the shadow appears. This area can be one of the highlights of the event.

After going down the ramp, we can experience the shadow of leafless trees which are sculptures in the recreation area. They are made to reflect and remind people that the shadow puppet shows are almost leading to extinction, but if given attention, as leafless trees could be green once again, these shadow puppet shows can be alive around Thai people again.

The biggest leafless tree sculpture is behind the theatre. Theatre is located right in front of the outdoor steps of the existing building. Thus, we can enjoy the traditional Shadow Puppet performance in the theatre or use the outdoor steps as resting area. The interesting thing about this place is people from the outside can see the shadow movements of the people inside on the fabric wall of the theatre.