Bangkok University Interior Renovation

Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan

Bangkok University Interior Renovation

Imaginary Objects + HYPOTHESIS

ARCHITECTS
Hypothesis, Imaginary Objects

ARCHITECT IN CHARGE
Yarinda Bunnag, Roberto Requejo Belette

CONSULTANTS
Cm49

DESIGN TEAM
Wachira Leangtanom, Jan Patanayindee

MANUFACTURERS
Autodesk, Adobe, Atrio, Rhinoceros, Scg, Skk, Toa, Tree Touch, Wdc

PHOTOGRAPHS
Ketsiree Wongwan, Roberto Requejo Belette, Yarinda Bunnag

AREA
5600 m²

YEAR
2019

LOCATION
Tambon Khlong Nung,Thailand

CATEGORY
University

Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan

This renovation exercise aimed to transform existing facilities at Bangkok University across two buildings.The scope of work included a student canteen, several labs, classrooms, and corridors. The two major spaces were the Canteen and Classrooms.

Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan

In response to the increased mobility of students and the means of instruction, our design approach in both of these areas was to introduce more spatial permeability and versatility of use.

The design attempts to address the need for more shared areas to work, study and interact.

Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan

This is done through the introduction and implementation of programmatically ambiguous shared spaces.

In order to create these versatile spaces, we tactically removed non-essential elements and partitions in the existing building whilst retaining the clarity and proportions of the layout and rooms.

Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan

We then followed up with the introduction of distinct furniture interventions to enhance the usability and interactivity of the new spaces.

Of particular interest are the student canteen’s transformation into a permeable semi-outdoor space connecting two sides of the campus at grade and our expansion of classroom corridor areas into voids envisioned as multi-function spaces for studying, lounging or lecturing.

Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan

The custom collective furniture pieces become an integral part of the renovation, each representative of the social interaction envisioned for their respective area.


Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan


Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
© Ketsiree Wongwan


Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Canteen Site Plan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Canteen Plan


Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Classrooms Elevation
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Canteen Elevation


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Classrooms Zoom In Section
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Classrooms Section


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Canteen Isometric
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Isometric Rendering


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Canteen Furniture Detail
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Classrooms Furniture Detail 01
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Classrooms Furniture Detail 02
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Classrooms Furniture Detail 03


Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Canteen Plan Sequence
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Canteen Isometric
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Canteen Section
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Canteen Section Rendering


Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Canteen Site Plan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Canteen Site Plan
Bangkok University Interior Renovation
Classrooms Plan