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Thai Architectural Designers, in my opinion,
have never been very adventurous when it comes to churning out the
normal type of housing for the general public, Special projects always
warrant special designs but one does not get to view these very often
except in designer magazines and coffee table books.
Suburbia in Thailand looks pretty much like
suburbia of many other countries with concrete and brick houses designed
methinks by the property developers rather than architects. I was
privileged a few months ago to work inside a property development
company in Bangkok. The conference room was adorned with some great
plans and ideas. Futuristic looking homes, office blocks, spas and
hotels. However alas these just seemed to be dreams - for show in the
board room.
I have been asked to find some specialist
architectural designers for private housing projects, resorts and also a
boutique condominium in Phnom, Penh, Cambodia. I am still looking. I
found a handful but these designers were tied to their companies working
for a pittance and sadly not wanting to risk their salaried position to
do a spot of moonlighting.
I came across this excellent article
while doing some research on 'environmentally friendly' houses in
Thailand. Could this be the future. I sincerely hope not.
Bio-Solar House in Thailand
It's an environmental dream: a self-reliant house that produces its own
electricity, water, and cooking gas. Solar energy powers the
air-conditioning, lights, and household appliances. Rain, dew, and
condensation from the cooling system produce enough water for a family
of four. Recycled water irrigates the garden, and surplus electricity is
sold to the power company or used to drive an electric car 30 miles (50
kilometers) a day.
In Thailand, this dream has become a reality. A research team from
Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok has built the country's first
"bio-solar" house. Yet at first sight, the house hardly stands out among
the other homes in a gated residential community.
by Jan Krikke
http://www.architectureweek.com/2003/0514/environment_1-1.html
businesses is being prepared for publication on this
website. Meanwhile if you require any information on this sector Please
email if you are planning a new house or resort. I may have found a
great architect or designer by now
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