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URBAN JOY PLAYGROUND

Urban Joy Palyground by ANANDA
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TEXT: NATHATAI TANGCHADAKORN
PHOTO COURTESY OF ANANDA DEVELOPMENT

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When an urban futsal field, renovated by ANANDA and partners in collaboration with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, was adorned with vivid graphics, the space transformed into a dynamic canvas of art. 

The beauty of this series of photographs’ closely mirrors the simplicity of minimalist photography. Yet, each color on the field carries its own message. Designed as a public art space for urbanites, the design team embedded each section with meaning and inspiration—not merely visuals. For instance, the use of blue evokes openness and freshness, symbolizing the concept of ‘Inspire & Urban,’ while red, representing ‘Power & Energy,’ ignites enthusiasm.

The meanings embedded in these patterns are further complemented by the lines marked to define the field’s operational boundaries. Some of these lines signify the field’s midpoint, while others distinguish its outer limits. Players crossing these outer boundaries will find themselves out of play, according to the game’s rules. Whether for aesthetics or functionality, these elements blend seamlessly into a graphic masterpiece that has resulted in a perfectly functional futsal field, a piece of public art, and a communal space for the local community to engage in activities and social gatherings, enriching the neighborhood’s options for fitness and interactions.

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PHOTO ESSAY : BANGKOK URBAN STORIES

TEXT & PHOTO: HIROTARO SONO

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I always try to find the stories hidden in the details when I walk in urban spaces.
Especially about the relationship between spaces and people.

Why does this space seem comfy?” “What element makes an atmosphere like this?”

Urban Spaces are created by humans. So it is full of someone’s ideas.
And the amount of ideas are too much to understand in a second.
So if we want to enjoy our urban walk, we have to fully concentrate to catch these ideas and stories hidden in an urban space. 

I shoot when I feel like I am able to notice stories,
for my inspiration to design architecture,
and for my happiness to be shared with someone.

This is my point of view.
And this is my Bangkok.

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Hirotaro Sono (Hiro) is a Japanese Photographer one who captures and shares the emotion of space and people. and an Architect one who designs the emotion of space and people.

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