![]() The side passage sets this townhouse apart from the others. Albeit situated at the front of the house, it’s a private living space that conveniently connects to the sitting room and dining area lying further inside.īeautifully designed, it calls to mind an image of a garden sitting area with a side passage for walking along. The wooden door opens into a surprisingly peaceful semi-outdoor room aptly named “ Sala”, which is Thai for garden pavilion. It’s a surefire way to improve air circulation and get rid of stuffy smells, a common problem of townhouse living. The perforated bricks double as a decorative privacy screen that protects the home from prying eyes. Never too small to make a difference, the newly refurbished townhouse stands out from the rest in that its building shell is made of air bricks that are great for natural ventilation. Upstairs, the entire floor plan was revised, while the ground floor platform was raised slightly to keep it above the edge of the water during a flood. Central to their work was the creation of an open concept home plan that’s flexible for multiple uses.Īccordingly, the old second-floor balcony was knocked down and replaced by steel framing for a light and spacious façade. The task of refurbishment was given to a team of architects from the design firm OAAS. Or it can be available to be rented if need be. It’s the place where he lives when traveling to the city for business. Inheriting the townhouse from his parents, the new owner has made a firm decision to renovate it to a good state of repair. Incredibly light and airy, it feels like anything but a townhouse, so to speak. A redesigned open floor plan has given it the feeling of home, a sense of belonging and purpose. No longer is it a stuffy, overcrowded space lacking fresh air and ventilation. Photographs: Nattakit Jeerapatmitee / An old townhouse in the heart of Bangkok’s downtown has been lovingly restored in ways that adapt to changing lifestyle needs. Story: Wuthikorn Sut / English version: Bob Pitakwong / ![]()
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