Commissioner: Office of Contemporary Art and Culture, Ministry of Culture
Curator: Chutayaves Sinthuphan
Exhibitors: Bangkok Tokyo Architecture, Rzz Yeejehwae, Sher Maker, Tasa Na, Yangnar Studio, CUP.Scale Studio, MFlex Factory, FabCafe Bangkok, Pattani Decoded, RMUTT – Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi, Northern Region (Lanna) The Association of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage & Burin Tharavichitkun, Studiomake, Paitoon Sringkaranan, Eco Architect, PAVA Architects, POAR
Thailand
Spacecrafted: Negotiations within Thai Design Ecosystems
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Description
Spacecrafted examines Thailand’s architectural evolution, where heritage,ecology, and innovation intersect. Thai architects embrace tensions between tradition and modernity, local and global influences, and artisanal and technological approaches, transforming these forces into opportunities forcreativity. Rooted in vernacular wisdom, Thai architecture applies climate-responsive techniques and local materials while adapting to urbanisation and globalisation.
Spacecrafted highlights socio-ecological consciousness, focusing on sustainability through material innovation, community collaboration, and contextual solutions. Rural projects engage local artisans, preserving craftsmanship, while urban designs emphasise adaptive reuse and bio-based materials. Works incorporate spiritual philosophies, reinforcing architecture’s role in mediating human-nature relationships. By positioning Thai architecture within a larger global conversation, Spacecrafted offers insights into material innovation, climate resilience, and cultural adaptation. It highlights how Thai architects merge traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technologies. By engaging in cross-cultural dialogue, Spacecrafted contributes valuable lessons to international sustainabilityefforts, inspiring innovative approaches to built environments worldwide.
