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Athita pool villa and spa
Athita pool villa and spa
Mueang Chiang Rai, Thailand
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Athita pool villa and spa
Mueang Chiang Rai, Thailand
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Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2024
SIZE
10,000 sqft - 25,000 sqft
BUDGET
$10M - 50M
Nestled on the banks of the mighty Mekong River, the community of Chiang Saen is steeped in centuries of rich, enduring history. This profound heritage forms the very foundation of Athita pool villa and spa(Extended phase from Athita the hidden court Chiang Saen boutique hotel), where design transcends mere aesthetics to become a respectful dialogue with its environment.
The hotel's core design philosophy revolves around crafting a sanctuary of calm and serenity – a quiet retreat amidst the vibrant rhythms of this ancient city. This is achieved through an innovative approach to circulation, mimicking the organic, meandering alleys characteristic of Chiang Saen's historic community. By thoughtfully considering the figure and ground, the architects brought the language of these winding pathways into the hotel's internal corridors, creating a sense of discovery.
The hotel's scale is humbly and amicably attuned to its context: the surrounding two-story wooden houses. This sensitivity is evident in the exterior facade, clad in vertical wooden louver panels that echo the vernacular architecture. This language is skillfully applied to create a private enclosure for the hotel, scaled to blend seamlessly with the neighboring homes. Further, the distinct brickwork from religious architecture, symbolic of community centers, is reinterpreted as the facade for the hotel's public areas. Both the wooden and brick elements are elevated through new construction techniques that evoke the past without simply mimicking it, ensuring a contemporary yet deeply rooted aesthetic.
Creating an atmosphere of peace and quiet remains central to Athita's design.
The arrangement of building clusters, reflecting the proportions of Chiang Saen's two-story houses, guides circulation. Planes like perimeter walls skillfully enhance privacy through semi-enclosed spaces. Guests can connect with the beauty of the sky, while brick walls thoughtfully block outside views, cultivating a profound sense of silence. This careful balance allows visitors to truly appreciate the contemporary ambiance of Chiang Saen, interwoven with its timeless spirit.
The hotel's core design philosophy revolves around crafting a sanctuary of calm and serenity – a quiet retreat amidst the vibrant rhythms of this ancient city. This is achieved through an innovative approach to circulation, mimicking the organic, meandering alleys characteristic of Chiang Saen's historic community. By thoughtfully considering the figure and ground, the architects brought the language of these winding pathways into the hotel's internal corridors, creating a sense of discovery.
The hotel's scale is humbly and amicably attuned to its context: the surrounding two-story wooden houses. This sensitivity is evident in the exterior facade, clad in vertical wooden louver panels that echo the vernacular architecture. This language is skillfully applied to create a private enclosure for the hotel, scaled to blend seamlessly with the neighboring homes. Further, the distinct brickwork from religious architecture, symbolic of community centers, is reinterpreted as the facade for the hotel's public areas. Both the wooden and brick elements are elevated through new construction techniques that evoke the past without simply mimicking it, ensuring a contemporary yet deeply rooted aesthetic.
Creating an atmosphere of peace and quiet remains central to Athita's design.
The arrangement of building clusters, reflecting the proportions of Chiang Saen's two-story houses, guides circulation. Planes like perimeter walls skillfully enhance privacy through semi-enclosed spaces. Guests can connect with the beauty of the sky, while brick walls thoughtfully block outside views, cultivating a profound sense of silence. This careful balance allows visitors to truly appreciate the contemporary ambiance of Chiang Saen, interwoven with its timeless spirit.
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