THE BAAN ARN DAO PROJECT ADVOCATES SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AMONGST ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS OF KAESETSART UNIVERSITY THROUGH COMMUNITY WORK THAT, BLOCK BY BLOCK, TURNS EFFORT INTO OPPORTUNITY
The Bann Arn Dao project was created by the Architecture for Development Volunteer Club of Kasetsart University, an extra curricular activity initiated for students to gain hands-on experience through the development and construction of actual projects while further advocating social responsibility awareness through community work. The design was developed following the requirements for the building to function as a welcoming space set within the Baan Kum Chompoo School that leads visitors to other areas of the program with its open floor plan housing a library, medical room and restrooms.
Baan Arn Dao project by the AKU Volunteer Team, Faculty of Architecture, Kasetsart University
The limited 15-day period of the construction time resulted in the design of a separated ceiling and wall system, while the elevated roof structure optimizes ventilation. The ground beam structure is constructed alongside the roof, all elements that allowed for the construction to be achieved in time. The hollow concrete blocks not only enhance natural ventilation but also bring about unique aesthetic qualities. With the Ajinomoto Foundation providing financial support for the construction, the space is now being used to house a classroom for second grade students of the school with the flowerpots made by the students being meaningfully incorporated in as a part of the decoration. Since the building was designed to accommodate future additions, the plan is to adapt the space into a medical room, co-op shop and a reception room within the future.
Baan Arn Dao project by the AKU Volunteer Team, Faculty of Architecture, Kasetsart University