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PHOTO ESSAY : TWO THINGS ON THE WAY
TEXT: CHIWIN LAOKETKIT
PHOTO: CHAICHARN PHOTOGRAPHY
(For Thai, press here)
If our eyes glance at something, our perception always attempts to find an explanation of anything we witness. When we pass by quarters of Bangkok roads by walking from BTS stations to various destinations, our time to consider the surroundings seems to slow down. We begin to notice the differences and inconsistencies from normality, as well as the societal and economic developments which are reflected in the structures of buildings, residences and streets that act as a historical record of the city and places well.
‘TWO THINGS ON THE WAY’ is a photo collection which records the exploration of multicultural districts. These include alleys of Song Wat Road, Soi Nana including department stores, public parks and main landmarks on Banthat Thong Road and Naradhiwas Road that present the technological change of everyday life through the residential and economic areas called ‘ancient districts’ and ‘modern districts’, composed of diverse lifestyles and generations.
The photo collection takes us on a journey to explore the connection of an object in the form of the MEX CRAVE Series water heater. It is a symbol of the innovative technology and digital systems with exposed curvature like three dimensional tiles that are brilliantly reflect sunlight.
The MEX CRAVE Series water heater embraces modern lifestyles with smart technology. Water temperature control system ‘Smart Electronic Control’ and ‘Rapid Preheat’ system can be utilized by sensory touch input. The functions of the water temperature control adjusts temperature promptly, meet demands effectively and accurately. A new edition produced under the concept ‘DIGITAL IS NOW’ twhich offers both dark emerald and metallic red versions. Prepare to reserve your purchase from November 15th 2024 – March 31st 2025.
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WUTHIPOL UJATHAMMARAT
HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH WUTHIPOL UJATHAMMARAT, A FREELANCE PRINT ARTIST AND COMMUNICATION DESIGNER WHO IS RECOGNIZED AS THE CREATOR OF VIVIDLY COLORFUL PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKS WHICH OFTEN PROMPTS VIEWERS TO REFLECT AND QUESTION THE FAMILIAR SCENES THAT UNFOLD BEFORE US
SPARKLING MARKET
Photo courtesy of Golden Pin Design Award
RENOVATED PROJECT OF THE SPARKLING MARKET AT HSINCHU FISHING HARBOR INCORPORATES WAVE-LIKE PATTERNS AND SANDY GOLDEN HUES INTO THE DESIGN, MAKING IT ONE OF THE TOURIST DESTINATIONS AND LANDMARKS OF TAIWAN
HOUSE OF BEAVER
A RESTAURANT PROJECT BY VICE VERSA IN DON MUEANG DESIGNED TO RESONATE WITH THE BEAVER’S NATURAL GNAWING HABITS, PROVIDING A SPACE TO ENHANCE LEARNING AND DRIVE INSPIRATION
CHONBURI MULTI-PURPOSED BUILDING
THE MULTIPURPOSE BUILDING EMPLOYS RAMMED EARTH WALLS AS THE MAIN ELEMENTS TO CREATE A COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT BY SOURCING MATERIALS, REFINING MIXING FORMULAS, AND CRAFTING PROTOTYPES PRIOR TO ACTUAL CONSTRUCTION
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MR.NEW’S CABIN
‘MR.NEW’S CABIN’ IS A HOUSE THAT ALWAYS OPENS FOR NATURAL SURROUNDINGS AND COOL BREEZES, ALL THE WHILE PRIORITIZING THE OWNER’S PRIVACY AND INCORPORATING A VERSATILE LAYOUT FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES
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A MILLION LITTLE ODD THINGS, THE LAST PROMISE, AND ONE BIG PICTURE
AN EXHIBITION DISPLAYS NOPPACHAI UNGKAVATANAPONG’S OBJECTS AND WORKS WHICH REPRESENT HIS MEMORIES TOGETHER WITH A LIFE PARTNER, AND ALSO RAISES INQUIRIES ABOUT GENDER ROLES AND THE FLEA MARKET’S ECONOMIC DYNAMICS Read More
WINDSOR: LIVING
THE APPLICATION OF WINDSOR’S DOORS AND WINDOWS FRAMES WITH LAMINATING FILM TECHNOLOGY ENABLING THEM TO MIMIC THE GENUINE TEXTURE AND APPEARANCE OF REAL WOOD IN AN ACTUAL PROJECT
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PHOTO ESSAY : CLUSTERED OF PATTERNS
TEXT & PHOTO: JUTI KLIPBUA
(For Thai, press here)
In Thai architecture and that of neighboring countries, the addition of intricate details might seem like mere decoration intended to display opulent beauty. However, personally, I find these details not only serve to beautify but also play a functional role in reducing the bulkiness of buildings and softening the stark interactions between various architectural elements. I began to capture these architectural nuances whenever opportunities arose. During my architectural studies, modern architecture of that era utterly captivated us students. But the traditional Thai architecture I grew up seeing in temples did not catch my interest as much. Over time, through work experience and travel, my appreciation for the craftsmanship and aesthetics involved has grown significantly. Undeniably, my camera is now filled with images of architectural details from Thailand and neighboring countries, from close-ups of window ledges to colored glass installations.
I enjoy capturing these details in a single frame, typically not showing the larger view of the building. Often, these details themselves become the architectural forms. For instance, the edges of temple rows merge together, offering a view that resembles fabric patterns or graphic designs typical of specific eras. These observations have influenced my own design work at JUTI architects, from directly using patterns and scales to subtly incorporating specific edges or lines in architecture, interior design, and furniture design. The details that were once considered merely decorative now hold value for their proportional rhythm and contemporary artistic merit.
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Juti Klipbua, founder and design director of JUTI architects, extends his interests beyond his professional architecture career to include product design, automotive design, and photography. His primary hobby currently involves experimenting with abstract photography, capturing familiar everyday scenes such as construction sites, city traffic, and natural surroundings at construction sites in rural areas.