Studio ARIA
book 3
bang ka chao
SITE ANALYSIS
01 02 03 04 05 06 07
site overview historical timeline landscape & environment landuse community background transport & circulation regional style
SITE ANALYSIS bang ka chao
acknowledgements
chief editor Chang Chee Yoo
editors 01 02 03 04 05 06 07
Eric Thee Hock Wei Yong Ee Syuen Siaw Yong Shen Pang Mun Yee Edwin Seng Yong Wei Lai Hui Ling Nif’aa Mohamed Nazeef
team eunice lim min yee . lim jiang wei. lee jian zong . phang khe che . rechall chong xin yi . shee chean xiang . boong siew juan . soh sun long . lim kai xuan. dora amelia tanjung . fabian shawn tan seng yi . lee ying yi . tan jia xun . cindy collins . wong wei keat . angela nsa ndong cĂĄmar . liak yuan zhang . mohamed mire
PROJECT 1D : SITE ANALYSIS
01
SITE OVERVIEW (PLAN + 3D) Bang Kachao
is an artificial island formed by a
bend in the Chao Phraya River and a canal at its western end. It lies south of the Thai capital Bangkok in Phra Pradaeng District of Samut Prakan Province
CONTENTS Macro Site Plan Micro Site Plan 3D Site Massing Boundaries Site Plan
Thee Hock Wei Wong Wei Keat Boong Siew Juan Soh Sun Long
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macro site plan KEY PLAN Site : Bang Krachao , Bangkok Radius : 5km from site
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micro site plan LOCATION PLAN Site : Bang Krachao Pier , Bangkok Radius : 1km from site
3d site massing
SITE ANALYSIS : SITE OVERVIEW
perspective view of the site Site : Bang Krachao Pier , Bangkok
proposed site boundary boundaries site plan
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HISTORICAL TIMELINE BANG KACHAO
Introducing the history of Bang Kachao and the surrounding area, historical timeline of development of Bang Kachao. Analysis of Bang Kachao Pier based on the history of Bang Kachao.
CONTENTS Macro Study Introduction of Bang Kachao Impacts & Differences History of Chao Phraya River Historical Timeline Micro Study Green Lung of Bangkok Tourist Spot Analysis of Bang Kachao Pier
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INTRODUCTION TO BANG KACHAO Manmade Island -The Klang Lad Pho Canal build at the neck of oxbow -was cut allowing shorter journey for cargo boat.. -Allow water from Chao Phraya to reach sea faster. -Contains floodgates to control water level > prevent flood. 15 km river 6 District apx 20 sq.km land/ 11819 rai Phra Pradaeng District of Samut Prakan Province. Koh-Kra-Pro-Moo"/ Pig's stomach island due to its shape.
Origin Of Name Nakhon Khuean Khan City'
given by King Rama II in 1815.
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'Kung'means river bank and Chao'means egret.
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SITE ANALYSIS : HISTORY TIMELINE
History Aft.er the sett.elment, The King Rama ordered Mon families, together with original Muslim and Buddhist villagers to settle. Tradition and custom of local inhabitants and the minority of Mon have been observed for centuries unt.il present
Following Footsteps Of The King Between 1982 and 1987, King Bhumibol Adulyadej often rode in a helicopter over Bang Kachao. Remarked that the spot should be preserved as a green area and the lungs of the city.
Location -Filled with lush vegetition and rich biodiversity -Has geographical climate , natural coolness comes from sea purify fresh air to bangkok.
winds
The nature and landscape attracts tourist and local.
"if people kept ignornig this issue the green space will gradually dissapear" said BKC Chief Executive,Narong Duangee .
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Impacts (Present)
Differences
After 43 years of conservation . Urbanization,Global Warming and Waste Management is slowly taking over .
BANGKOK
BANG KACHAO
Bangkok population increase = buying more land in BKC.
2
Rise of sea level, acidity in the water
3
Increasing pollution from upstream industrial > endangered agricultural
4
Slowly the farmers will leave or quit the plantation, leads to plantaion abanation and low labour.
As pace of life becomes quicker,maintaining this last natural treasure as the 'Best urban oasis in Asia'will be challenging
"Trying to balance three important aspects which are economy, society and the environment." Seperated by a river, yet contract lifestyle . One is a protected area filled with nature landspace. While another is dense with technologies and development.
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"THE RIVER OF KINGS" CHAO PHRAYA RIVER The River of Kings - as King Rama I named it
the lifeblood of Bangkok. And that's not just
is
because of this rich history. Around 50,000 people
still use the ferries here to get around each day, which makes the Chao Phraya so evocative.
King Rama I
River Market
SITE ANALYSIS : HISTORY TIMELINE
THE HISTORY OF CHAO PHRAYA RIVER Settlers chose the area that is now Bangkok for its
fertile lands, in addition to its strategic position
close to the river's mouth.
The Thai capital was
later relocated from Ayutthaya to the Chao Phraya's
western banks, and later still to the opposite side of the water.
Both settlements were ultimately joined
as one larger capital, now known as Bangkok
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River side of Chao Phaya River -
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BANG KACHAO.
Historical Timeline
Bang Kachao
Bangkachao is the name of one of the six tumbon, with the other 5 tumbons form part of Phra Pradaeng district in Samut Prakan Province also called Pig's stomach island.
e 191s
Bang Kachao was the settling base after Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn successful ly cutting some parts of Bangkok and Samut Prakan to gether to create another new city named Nakhon Nayok City andassigned people to landby settling in
"Petchahueng Rd", the first road into the island was built. Before that, the waterway was the main mode of transportation.
SITE ANALYSIS : HISTORY TIMELINE
.2001 Bang Kachao, one of the six tumbon got first access to electricity.
The Government enforced the conservation of green area on the island because it's the ideal place for cultiva足 tion by restricting the con足 struction of buildings that are higher than the speci足 fied height.
Samut Prakan Town Plan specified Bang Krachao remain as a white zone,deforesta足 tion and building is not allowed
Time magazine called Bangkachao the best urban oasis of Asia. and making Bang Kachao a popular tourist location
Bang Krachao, The Green Lung of Bangkok Bang Krachao is an manmade island, the green oasis in the heart of Bangkok. Well known for it urban jungle that are visible from the higher floors of many apartment along.
Why is it called, Green Lung of Bangkok? The huge amount of trees eat up the city’s air pollution and thousands of mangrove trees around the perimeter of the island. All trees and greens are protected by the Government.
Why is Bang Krachao Protected? Bang Krachao greens are protected because of it’s rich biodiversity and it’s traditional
Biodiversity
Traditional Law
law.
SITE ANALYSIS : HISTORY TIMELINE
What makes Bang Krachao a Popular Tourist Spot?
SRI NAKHON KHUEN KHAN PARK
G EN H P
M NA E NG PL BA TEM T WA
CYCLING AROUND BANG KRACHAO
BANG NAM PHENG FLOATING MARKET
SITE ANALYSIS : HISTORY TIMELINE
SITE ANALYSIS : HISTORY TIMELINE
PROJECT 1D : SITE ANALYSIS
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LANDSCAPE & OPEN SPACES
CONTENTS Macro Study Figure Ground Open Spaces History Timeline on Landscape Micro Study Topography Existing Features Building, Hardscape, Water Features Climate Sun, Wind, Rain Ecosystem Vegetation, Fauna Perception View, Noise, Odour
Siaw Yong Shen Lee Ying Yi Rechall Chong Xin Yi Phang Khe Che
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SITE ANALYSIS : LANDSCAPE & OPEN SPACES
figure ground
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open spaces
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historical timeline on landscape
scale scale 11 :: 10000 50000
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climate | sun
scale scale 11 :: 10000 50000
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climate | wind
scale 1 : 10000
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climate | rain
existing features : buildings structures
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2 1
3
4
5
7 8
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9
10
11
1. Oil depot 1
2. School 2
Buildings
3. Wat Khlong Toei Nai Temple
4. Wat Klong Toey Nok Temple
3
4
5. Bangkok Post Customs Office of Export 5
6. Police department
7. Bangkok Customs Bureau the Customs Department 7
8. Sing Beer Company Limited Corporate office
9. Punntara Botanic Home
10. Siamese Fighting Fish Gallery
9
11. Public bathroom 11
6
8
10
existing features : hardscapes structures
1
2
4
5 3
Pergolas
Structures
1. Outdoor multipurpose hall
1
- Located at Wat Klongtoei School - Made from steel and aluminium
3. Bird Watching Tower
3
- Made from timber
5. Pergolas 5
- Made from metal
2. Stall (warung)
2
- Made from timber
4. Storage place
4
- Made from steel and aluminium
existing features : hardscapes water features
2
1
2 5 3
4
Fountain
Pond Pool
1. located at bicycle 2. Located at Punntara Botanic Home rental service 2 2 1
3. Located at Siamese Fighting Fish Gallery
3
3
4. Located at Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park And Botanical Garden 4
5. Located at pippo garden
5
PROJECT 1B : CRAFT RESEARCH
Topography The topography is a sediment flood plain, approximately 1m above mean sea level, surrounded by 15 km of the Chao Phraya River that flows south into the Gulf of Thailand.
SITE ANALYSIS: LANDSCAPE
swamp/wetland compact land
Topography
on stilt
SITE ANALYSIS: LANDSCAPE
foundation Topography
ECOSYSTEM
in Bang Kachao
675 flora & fauna species
SITE ANALYSIS: LANDSCAPE
mixed orchard
intergrated farming
monoculture
agroforesty
Ecosystem
private functional zoning
public functional zoning
scale 1 : 10000
PROJECT 1D : SITE ANALYSIS
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COMMUNITY BACKGROUND A community is what drives the function and planning of architecture. Despite being remote from the site itself, we did various research in order to understand its community background. As a eco-tourism spot near Bangkok, Bang Ka Chao has an interesting community where locals lifestyle has a close interaction with the tourist from local and international.
CONTENTS Macro Study Population Density Urban Extent Education Employment agencies Marketting Manufacturing Architecture Government Healthcare Hospitality Micro Study Demograph Community Structure Timeline Job Opportunities Economical Activities Evolution Activity Centre Politic Influence Building Regulations Community Issues Development Direction
Chang Chee Yoo Eunice Lim Min Yee Edwin Seng Yong Wei Mohamed Abdirahman Mire
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macro - population
Population by District
SITE ANALYSIS: COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
Bangkok Population 2020
10,539,415
2.3%
Average Annual Increase
These estimates represent the Urban agglomeration of Bangkok, which typically includes Bangkok’s population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
macro - density
Built-up Area Density by Districts
SITE ANALYSIS: COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
-1.8%
Average Built-up Area Density Annual Decrease
-1.6%
Average Urban Extent Density Annual Decrease
Built-up Area Density in Bangkok in 2015 was 81 hectare, decreasing at an average annual rate of 2002. The built-up area density in 2002 was 102 hectare, decreasing at an average annual rate of 1988 when the built-up area density was 119.19 hectare.
persons per -1.8% since persons per -1.1% since persons per
The Urban Extent Density in Bangkok in 2015 was 48 persons per hectare, decreasing at an average annual rate of -1.6% since 2002. The urban extent density in 2002 was 59 persons per hectare, decreasing at an average annual rate of -0.4% since 1988 when the urban extent density was 62 persons per hectare.
macro - urban extent
TOOL NAME
Urban Extent
Exurban Area
Urban Built-up
Exurban Built-up
Suburban Built-up
Exurban Open Space
TOOL
Rural Open Space Rural Open Space
Rural Built-up Urbanized Open Space
The Urban Extent of Bangkok in 2015 was 294,462 hectares, increasing at an average annual rate of 4.8% since 2002. The urban extent in 2002 was 157,018 hectares, increasing at an average annual rate of 3.5% since 1988, when its urban extent was 96,925 hectares.
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NAME
TOOL NAME
macro - education
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macro - employment agencies
SITE ANALYSIS: COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
Thailand Unemployment Rate (1999-2019)
64%
workforce at informal sector Street vendors, torbike-taxi and
mo-
drivers
“informal”
la-
bourers comprised 64% of the workforce in 2013 are largely are counted as being employed.
macro - marketing
SITE ANALYSIS: COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
macro -manufacturing
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macro - architecture
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macro - government
SITE ANALYSIS: COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
macro - health
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macro - hospitality
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SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
bang ka chao community
The community of Bangkajao is a mixed society of farmers, contractors, and civil servants. Most than half of the households live in this area for more than 40 years. Villagers live in a natural environment along the canal. Although being a popular tourism spot, the land remains rather undeveloped in order to preserve the greenland. Therefore the community here is not crowded.
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Bang Ka Chao Total Area =2.98 sq.km Household density=400,44/sq.km Population density=1129.32/sq.km
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
9
villages
1830 household
48% 5161 total population
52%
demography According to the Civil Registration Act 2017, it was stated that Bang Ka Chao subdistrict has a total of 9 villages, 1830 household and 5161 if total population. Due to large area of unoccupied land,the population density of Bang Ka Chao is rather low, hitting only 1129 people per square kilometer. (Kuala Lumpur is 3,400 per square kilometer)
community structure timeline
population & households (1993-2017)
Before 2005, the white and green area is not allowed to construct buildings. Therefore, human population and household count growth is redundant
1993
In 2005, the law is loosen and single house of no more than 200 square meters can be built, causing a increase of household as well as population
Due to the low birth rate in the area, population shows decrease however household still continue to grow as the government once again loosen the land law for construction
population timeline
2017
household timeline
for 500 people for 200 households
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
age structure (1993-2017) Due to the reduced birth rate of the locals,
As the population of Bang
total percentage of children population (<4
Ka Chao is showing sign
years) is slowly decreasing.
of aging. It is important to consider elderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
Whereas elderly (>60 years) percentage tends to
need when designing
increase between 1993-2017 due to the result of medical advancement that lengthen the average life span of the villagers. total
982
100%
elderly
50%
elderly adult children
0% 1993
2001
2009
2017
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30
%
Factory Workers
Tr
rading/Others
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
Logistic/Transport
Transport
Most of the people in Bang Ka Chao are engaged transportation industry that offer versatile and cost
effective relocation services as well as travelling medium for the travellers.
Factory Workers As the Bang Ka Chao is close to Bangkok which has industrial and commercial zones around, many locals get to work in industrial factory.
Agriculture Agriculture
20
%
In the past, agriculture used to be the main source of income for Bang Ka Chao. After the lost of mineral in soil due to dam construction. As a result, only a very limited amount of fruits that can adapt to this harsh condition left in Bang Ka Chao.
7% Civil Servants
3%
economical activities evolution
agriculture
trading
bicycle rental
accomodation
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
past : agriculture In the past, the majority of the population were gardening. The main income of the first period was generated by fruit orchards that produces fruits like orange, banana and coconut. After suffering a serious salt water flood back in 1995, the soil loses its minerals and soil condition become harsh for agriculture. After the incident, only a few variety of fruits can still be planted.
cultural appreciation
now : agrotourism As Thailand culture start to bloom in the 20th, the country get a lot international recognition for its rich culture and led to the rocket growth of tourism activity in Thailand. Since then, the economic model of this area started to transformed into agrotourism. Trading activities in Bang Ka Chao start to expand, as more consumers from both locals and international tourist. What follows is the transportation service and accomodation industry in response to the growth in agrotourism. Almost every major docks around Bang Ka Chao has a bicycle rental point or a homestay/hotel nearby
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
activity centre
Sri Nakhon Khuan Khan Park Siamese fighting fish gallery
Bang Nam Pheung floating market
cycling tour
floating market
fish farming
@ Sri Nakhon Khuan Khan Park
@ Bang Nam Pheung floating market
@ Siamese fighting fish gallery
Biking is a big draw
On Saturdays and Sun-
It is the the only Sia-
in Bang Krachao. Tour-
days , Phra Pradaeng
mese Fighting Fish Gal-
ist can rent a bike
is home to the Bang Nam
lery in the world. The
from the pier and ride
Pheung floating market.
Siamese fighting fish is
for about 2km to
Sri
a popular species of
Nakhon Khuan Khan Park
Tourist can buy many
freshwater
which is the biggest
fruits, local delicacy
fish. They are known for
aquarium
attraction in the Bang
and souveniors from the
their beauty and wide
Ka Chao.
local merchants.
range of colors.
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
Based of the graph, we can know that most tourism activity happen over the weekend.
sunday
saturday
friday
thursday
wednesday
tuesday
monday
average daily bike rental count
Sri Nak
scale scale 11 :: 10000 50000
khon Khuean Khan Park
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
parks & garden In Bang Ka Chao, the local agencies are actively promoting its agriculture and rich ecosystem as an attraction for tourism. Thus, various of parks and garden with a spectrum of flora and fauna can be found around Bang Ka Chao. The most iconic park in Bang Ka Chao is Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park which is only 2km away from our site. it is an ideal place to enjoy fresh air, leisure and exercise as well as to study the ecosystem which includes hundreds species of plants and animals. The park is also widely known among bird lovers as an excellent place for bird watching.
Punntara Botanic Home
scale scale 11 :: 10000 50000
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
accomodation No tourist spot is complete without comfortable accommodations and Bang Krachao offers a few choices for its visitors as well. Most homestays and hotels are located near the river to get an oasis view. The closest hotel to our site is Punttara Botanic Home. From Punttara, the guest can grab the bikes directly from Bang Ka Chao pier and ride up the park.
scale scale 11 :: 10000 50000
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
eatery spots Being a popular tourist destination, Bang Krachao boasts a selection of eatery spots that serve a delectable array of local Thai food to visiting tourists The staple food in most eatery spots would include fried carbs and spicy soups. Tourists can often spot main dishes such as fried rice and noodles, with sides of tomyum and pork. Most of the eateries are located near the biking routes, thirsty cyclers can grab drinks and food easily along the trip.
subdistrict administration Bang Ka Chao is one of the 6 sub-districts under Phra Pradaeng District. The substrict administration oďŹ&#x192;ce, Bang Ka Chao Subdistrict Administration Organization is located in Soi Rat Rangsan, approximately 2 kilometers away from the project site and about 6.5 kilometers away from Phra Pradaeng District OďŹ&#x192;ce.
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
preservation Despite being an infamous tourism spot, Bang Ka Chao still remain rather undeveloped commercially as sky-rise buildings and commercial factories are not allowed to be constructed. This is the result by the effort of the Thai royals, government and non-government agencies in order to preserve the nature and culture of the district.
politics influence in of bang ka chao
1977 The Cabinet passed a town regulation to conserve green
1982-1987
areas in Bangkak Chao. This
Between 1982 and 1987,
act does not allow any tall
His Majesty King Bhu-
building, factory and modern
mibol Adulyadej often
village. Thus most of the
rode in a helicopter
area has been used for resi-
over Bang Kachao. His
2003
dences and farms.
Majesty remarked that
In 2003, 148 ra
the spot should be
turned into a p
preserved as a green
and botanical p
area and the lungs of
Majesty gave it
the city.
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name of the pla been under the supervision of
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partment of For
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
“Let’s preserve this green area. Do not build anything beyond the limits of the law. Promote integrated farming and forests. Every party should take part in the renovation of Sri Nakorn Khuean Khan Park to ensure the necessary benefit for tourism and create a natural classroom for young people.” -Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn
ai was
public
park. His
t the name
uean Khan
he ancient
ace. It has continual the Office
cts, De-
restry.
2006 Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn visited the central
2013-2020
garden project area and
Together with Chaipattana Founda-
expressed a royal wish for
tion, the Office of Royal Projects,
the people to help preserve
the Department of Forestry, Ka-
the original area and do
setsart University’s Faculty of
not allow more construction
Forestry and other agencies, PTTEP
than the law. Her highness
launched the “Forest Restoration
also promoted ecotourism
for Eco-Learning at Sri Nakhon
and encourages mixed plan-
Khuean Khan Park Project” for eight
tation to preserve the eco-
years (2013-2020).
system.
The ecological restoration of Bang Kachao forest is an ongoing mission that will run until 2020.
building regulations of bang ka chao minimum 2m from other land
proposed building 3m off the middle road (if road is less than 6m)
6m from river
taller than 15m
factory more than 5 horsepower
less than 15m
not e Chao
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
Ministerial Regulation No. 37 (B.E. 2535.) Building Control Act 2522 B.E. No person is allowed to construct the following building: 1) A single-house building not taller than 12 meters. More than 4 meters and not less than 2 meters from the other land. 2. Dam, drainage pipe, fence, bridge gate that does not enter the Chao Phraya River area. Cutting large plots is not allowed, except for building which are constructed before the issue of rule by His Majesty.
port
entering the Phraya River
commercial building unless has replacement
use for business
minimum 2 meter distance from green space
community issue in bang ka chao
traffic jam and lack parking spaces
late night cycling sparks insecurities
garbage pilin in the village
Although flea market is gen-
When people cycling past
Garbage problems
erating additional income
the villagers house at late
chao As a result
for many families during the
night, it made the locals
tling tourism, th
weekend.
feel insecure as they might
and agencies has
However, there was a traďŹ&#x192;c
think it is robber trying to
campaign to clean
jam in the community and some
enter their house
left by tourist
areas were cleared into parking spaces.
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
ng up e
dissaperance of orchards
losing business opportunity to outsiders
in Bang Kra-
Bang Ka Chao use house many
The business from bicycle
of the bus-
orchards that plant banan-
rental is being taken away
he authority
as, oranges, grapefruit and
from the locals. Most bicycle
to organise
coconut. However, due to the
guides are outsiders. Income
n up the mess
construction of Chainat and
went outside, not circulating
Bhuminol Dam, minerals in the
in the community. This causes
soil are losing out and not
a dispute from the villages
suitable for fruits planta-
towards cyclers.
tion, causes the dissapearance of many orchards.
development direction of bang ka chao
+ tourism experience
+ eco-learning
+ local cultur
Promote the Bang Ka Chao area to be a park Living Museum let people come in to experience and learn life with people In an area consistent with the concept of shared dependency
There is promotion of agriculture into agricultural learning center, including the processing of locla products to be a creative economy
Promote activit traditions and tures that area to the area to serve and form strong foundati the comunity
SITE ANALYSIS : COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
re
+ flood management
+ transportation network
ties, cula unique prea ion for
Manage flood and drainage problems by giving importance to participation between government and private sector in order to respond to flooding and drainage problem well
To connect Bang Ka Chao to the local transportation system to support tourists to enter the area and the market from the existing transportation network
PROJECT 1D : SITE ANALYSIS
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TRANSPORTATION CIRCULATION “Circulation: movement through space” — FRANCIS DK CHING IN ARCHITECTURE: FORM, SPACE & ORDER In architecture, the concept of circulation isn’t so different - it refers to the way people, the blood of our buildings, move through space.
CONTENTS Macro Study Public Transportation and Road Networking Time travel and Schedule of Transportation Around Site Micro Study Road Network Pedesterian and Cycling Pathway Water and Public Transportation Road Accessibility Distance and Time Travel Around Site
Zharif Ramli Dinnesh Shaun Lai Hui Ling Lim Kai Xuan
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SITE SITE ANALYSIS ANALYSIS :: TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION // CIRCULATION CIRCULATION
macro there are 2 types of public transportation found within the 5km radius which are buses and water taxis. an estimate of 6 bus stations are found within the proximity whereas there are these 8 jetties that directly transport us to the site. There is only one major road towards the land that links the minor roads to the site. due to the land being located from the city, lack of public infrastructure is common here.
major road
minor road
water taxi
bus
site bridge
BTS Commuter li Sukhumvit RD BTS Commuter line Rama IV RD
Mae Nam Railway Station
Bhumibol 1 bridge
ine
SITE SITE ANALYSIS ANALYSIS :: TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION // CIRCULATION CIRCULATION
travel distance The circulation to the site is unique due to the river disecting the main site towards the city center at the opposite.The easiet access to the site from the city is through the waterway or ferry way across the river but accessing it through vehicles would require a longer distance travelled to get to the only bridge connecting the cape to the other side of the river. The main road and secondary ones are flowing in both directions therefore reducing the need of an abundance of street connections. The site itself is considered rural as public infrastructures such as train station as buses are not present nearby except the other side of the river. The site however has a jetty present nearby thus providing access through the river as well as a bike renting service. Estimation from Suvarnabhumi Int. Airport Waterway Using vehicles will take 1 hour and 15 minutes
Main Highway
Secondary roadway Using public transport would take around 1 hour by train but would require vehicular travel to get to the site
scale 1 : 10000
SITE ANALYSIS : TRANSPORTATION / CIRCULATION
road network Showing the relation and road distribution in micro site. There are consist of highway, main road which allow the car to pass through and secondary road which only accessible for bike.
BANG KRACHAO PIER GROUND (VEGETATION) GROUND (CONCRETE) BUILDING
RIVER
HIGHWAY
MAIN ROAD SECONDARY ROAD
scale 1 : 10000
SITE ANALYSIS : TRANSPORTATION / CIRCULATION
bicycle and pedestrian pathway Bicycle pathway is more concentrate in Bang Krachao as there is having bicycle tour for tourist to enjoy cycling and natural environment around the island. Besides, pedestrian pathway is only can be found out at the center of Bang Krachao which is the Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park And Botanical Garden.
Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Bang Krachao Pier Ground (vegetation) Ground (concrete) Building
River Bicycle pathway Pedestrian pathway
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water and public transportation The bus station and mrt station is present at the Khlong Toei city so it is more convenience to get reach to every corner of the city. The bicycle activities is more popular at Bang Krachao. People can cross the river by water taxi and rent the bicycle from the Bang Krachao piers. River tour is available to visit the viewpoint along the riverside by boat.
Bang Krachao Pier
Bike rental
Ground (vegetation)
Boat
Ground (concrete)
Water taxi
Building
Piers
Bus station
River Public transportation
scale 1 : 10000
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road visibility Road light can be access in most of the mainroad but less in Bang Kachao as Bang Kachao is spot for fire flies watching at night. Less parking are able to seen around Bang Kachao site as most of the car and bike park at the roadside.
BANG KRACHAO PIER GROUND (VEGETATION) GROUND (CONCRETE) BUILDING
RIVER HIGHWAY
ROAD LIGHT
PARKING
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distance and time travel around site The only way to travel from Bang Kachao to town area of Bangkok is boat. The mode of travel within Bang Kachao is 100m = 1 min 1km
= 2 min
1km
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BANG KRACHAO PIER GROUND (VEGETATION) GROUND (CONCRETE) BUILDING
RIVER ROAD REFERENCE LINE
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REGIONAL STYLE Traditional Thai house architecture clearly expresses the relationship between the life style of Thai people and the natural environment. The different regional environment, culture and local traditions have a big influence on the architecture of Thai houses
CONTENTS Introduction Regional Style Zoning Building Styles Material Zoning Timber and Concrete Hybrid Concrete Houses Timber Houses Elevation of Main Road
Angela Nsa Ndong Cámara 1001746160 Dea Tanneysa Aileen 1001850182 Nif’aa Mohamed Nazeef 1001852623 Tan Jia Xun 1001851636
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INTRODUCTION Regional styles of architecture in Thailand have developed over the centuries and are a product not only of climate and location but have adapted to meet the needs of the local populations and their principal means of making a living.
The vast majority of Thais are Buddhist but animist beliefs that are millennia old have a great influence on almost every aspect of daily life and building design and construction is no exception.
Traditional architecture in every region is well designed for tropical weather with sharply sloping roofs to quickly channel off rainwater, which is often collected and stored for future use, and the use of natural building materials wherever possible to keep the dwelling cool.
In the south, with frequent storms and torrential downpours, houses are typically built on much more substantial supporting columns, today often of concrete, with narrower window spaces and lower gabled roofs. In the south, as indeed in all regions,
the house almost invariably faces north, so that the roof surface, even at midday, doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t receive direct sunlight.
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architecture style zoning
religious buildings The elements speak volumes about a building itself, revealing its vintage and regional identity. Curving design appears in several parts of the structures in the temples such as the arched roof,thick at the base and thin at the top, walls and pillars lean toward the centre of the structure, whitewashed stucco walls,
small windows, two or three-tiered roofs, curved pediments and naga lintels over the doors and steps.
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traditional style Characteristics of the tradional style include steeply-sloping tile roofs with up turned edges, open air spaces and lush gardens, mostly built above the ground on high posts and made with local material
floating houses
western residential style These features include large, open porches with overhanging beams and rafters, dormers, and a tall, pointed roof with one or more gables. They use traditional building materials such as brick, wood, plaster, stucco, and stone.
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contemporary and modern style There are varieties of types: lodging, residence, shop houses, hotels, resorts and institution buildings such as government offices and educational institutes, etc.
Highlight large plate glass walls or windows. They also tend to use a variety of other natural or organic materials, such as metal, concrete, wood, and stone, free-form shapes.
scale 1 : 10000
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timber and concrete hybrid houses
The normally open terrace area in traditional buildings are enclosed within the concrete walls and the space is airconditioned nullifying the need for the cross ventilation
SITE ANALYSIS : MICRO STUDY Some of the houses exhibit both timber and concrete as their main building material. These 2 storey houses have concrete as their lower floor and timber as the top floor.
characteristics roofing
HIPPED ROOF
GABLE ROOF
ORNAMENTAL ROOF
Commonly used roofing materials include:
CORRUGATED ZINC PANELS
CONCRETE TILES
raised floor level Traditional Thai houses were raised on stilts to protect the house from harsh weather conditions and wild animals. This also created a space below the house for daily work.
Houses with reinforced concrete are anchored to the ground in concrete blocks and mortar. Some houses still have a small platform to still avoid any occurrences of flooding.
timber and concrete hybrid houses
SITE ANALYSIS : MICRO STUDY exterior finishes Houses feature a modern style mostly, however, some of the houses exhibit traditional ornamental features. Almost all the houses have timber panels on the top floor and plain coloured walls.
TIMBER PANELS
KALAE ON THE ROOF
PAINTED WALLS
ventilation Since traditional Thai houses were raised on stilts, it catches winds of higher velocity, making the area beneath the house cooler. The house has larger windows and more open spaces allowing in more air for efficient cross ventilation However, since these houses are
anchored to the ground, there is very minimal natural ventilation. Concrete does not have as low thermal capacity as timber, so this further heats up the building. This requires for mechanical ventilation, hence most of these houses have air conditioning
reinforced concrete houses
The normally open terrace area in traditional buildings are enclosed within the concrete walls and the space is airconditioned nullifying the need for the cross ventilation
SITE ANALYSIS : MICRO STUDY Bang Krachao is a popular retreat for wealthy Bangkokians during the weekend, so a lot of them built houses here so that they can come and stay over. Most of these houses are more modern and made of reinforced concrete.
characteristics roofing
HIPPED ROOF
GABLE ROOF
contemporary style The houses are less ornate, opting for a more elegant and minimalistic exterior. They feature a terrace area and balconies on the top floor.
reinforced concrete houses
SITE ANALYSIS : MICRO STUDY fence These concrete houses have an open space around it that is enclosed by a fence or a low wall. These are built from concrete, wood, steel or a combination of them.
ORNAMENT ON
DECORATIVE
CONCRETE AND
STEEL GATE
CONCRETE FENCE
TIMBER FENCE
exterior finishes
SYNTHETIC STONE
CERAMIC/PORCELAIN
CLADDING
TILES
WOOD CLADDING
The houses are monochromatic, featuring mostly beige, warm colours that enhances the elegance of the house without being too distracting.
timber houses
The houses in Shoutern Thailand are often feature Malay influenced elements such as painted fretwork and hipped roofs descended from colonial architecture.
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Some of the houses exhibit both traditional and modern architecture as their building style. this combination is showing in the characteristic of the buildings. Teak was the commonly used type of wood in Thailand, but since its expensive, people opted for cheaper versions. Teak or bamboo became a material used by the wealthy
characteristics roofing Roofs are the quintessential elements in Thai public architecture, shaping the character of the buildings with their elaborate structure and decoration.
DUTCH GABLE ROOF
GABLE ROOF
ORNAMENTAL ROOF
Commonly used roofing materials include:
TERRACOTTA TILES
CORRUGATED IRON
timber houses
The use of ornamented roof tiers is not only for traditional houses but also for temples, palaces and important public buildings.
SITE ANALYSIS : MICRO STUDY stilts Normally high pillars or stilts are for Regular rain-induced floods during the wet season to make it necessary for people in the central plains to live on high stilts. to stay above the water during floods.
The
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two shape which are round shaped pillars and redented rectangular pillars. Round shaped pillars are made of large timber that comes in a long, round shape. While Redented rectangular pillars were made smaller angles, giving a curved look.
ornamental decorations The ornament that placed on top of the roof is a symbolises the distincsive culture of northern Thailand.
It made from a timber and it represent the horns of the water buffalo.
Some of the ornaments from traditional houses have some religious symbolism.
Timber Houses
The color red, or vermilion, signifies power and sacredness. Yellow is significant in Buddhism; the color expresses sacredness and also prosperity and wealth and blue, a cool tone color, gives a feeling of calmness.
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Colors hold high significance in Thai culture, most Thais register a deep connection between colors and the ideas associated with them.
vivid colours of the building
most of the simple timber houses in Thailand, have a strong vivid colour in every houses. The colours that are most commonly seen are blue, green, and red.
elevation of the main road (main road from site: soi wat rat rangsan)
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