Influenced by the rich heritage of brick temples in the country, Thai practice Onion are interested in both the craft and climate-control possibilities of brick, as their Design Director Arisara Chaktranon explains.
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Previous page: The Bric a Brac “wall holder” constructed from traditional Thai materials, which serves as both wall and storage facility; produced for Milan Design Week, 2015. (All photos courtesy Onion)
With their playful geometry, the walls at the entrance to the Sala Ayutthaya Hotel in Thailand (2014) were designed to frame the sky as guests approach the building and cast constantly changing shadows throughout the day. Whilst this outside space belongs to a new boutique hotel, it was intended to explicity demonstrate the deftness of traditional local brick craftmanship which can also be seen at nearby temples.
Onion is a Bangkok-based design practice founded in 2007 by Siriyot Chaiamnuay and Arisara Chaktranon. The two designers carry out a continuous exploration aimed at different needs for contemporary life styles. Onion brings the local craftsmen to explore the new techniques of using local materials. Together, they constantly push the boundaries of spatial designs in order to form a unified approach to retail and living experiences. The studio’s portfolio includes a variety of products ranging from interior objects such as handmade lamps, chairs and tables to architectural designs such as the Sala boutique hotels at various locations.
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