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the little ground
Udon Thani, Thailand
Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2024
SIZE
0 sqft - 1000 sqft
‘The Little Ground’ is a common space, located in the city of Udon Thani, Thailand. The owners envisioned transforming this once-overgrown, tree-filled plot into an open-air public space, which they define as a “Public Play Space” — a place where locals can gather, engage in outdoor activities, and enjoy communal experiences. At the heart of the space is a modestly sized wooden café building designed by Poonsook Architects, providing a relaxed atmosphere for resting or holding casual meetings indoors.
Previously an abandoned plot, the land is long and narrow — approximately 25 meters wide at the street front and stretching 125 meters deep. Mature trees already existed on the site, and at the entrance stands a natural tunnel-like canopy formed by tree branches — a key feature of the project that provides shade. As sunlight filters through the trees, it casts shifting light and shadow patterns across the site. This play of light was one of the main reasons the architects chose to preserve the existing large trees and integrate them harmoniously into the architectural design of the new development.
The project began by dividing the land into three zones: the café at the front near the road, followed by a garden or common space in the middle, and a restaurant planned for the rear end of the property. Construction is being carried out in phases, starting with the café and the central garden. A parking area has been designed next to the garden, allowing cars to enter easily and ensuring convenient access to all areas within the project.
The building is designed with a concrete foundation and steel columns, carefully positioned to accommodate the existing large trees. The structure is slightly rotated from the plot’s axis to block the harsh afternoon sunlight, while also allowing vehicle access to the rear of the property along the side.
One of the café’s standout architectural features, visible from the outside, is its large wooden wall — rising to a height of 5.5 meters. This wall serves both as a striking visual element for the exterior and as a partition for the interior space. It is clad in reclaimed wood with an unpolished surface, arranged in layered, louver-like patterns. The natural tones and textures of the untreated wood create a visually pleasing effect and help the building blend seamlessly with the surrounding trees.
The creation of this distinctive wall was the result of a collaborative design process between the architects and local carpenters. Through on-site mock-ups and hands-on experimentation, they arrived at a design that not only functions effectively but also became a defining feature of the café — one that visitors often photograph and remember.
Previously an abandoned plot, the land is long and narrow — approximately 25 meters wide at the street front and stretching 125 meters deep. Mature trees already existed on the site, and at the entrance stands a natural tunnel-like canopy formed by tree branches — a key feature of the project that provides shade. As sunlight filters through the trees, it casts shifting light and shadow patterns across the site. This play of light was one of the main reasons the architects chose to preserve the existing large trees and integrate them harmoniously into the architectural design of the new development.
The project began by dividing the land into three zones: the café at the front near the road, followed by a garden or common space in the middle, and a restaurant planned for the rear end of the property. Construction is being carried out in phases, starting with the café and the central garden. A parking area has been designed next to the garden, allowing cars to enter easily and ensuring convenient access to all areas within the project.
The building is designed with a concrete foundation and steel columns, carefully positioned to accommodate the existing large trees. The structure is slightly rotated from the plot’s axis to block the harsh afternoon sunlight, while also allowing vehicle access to the rear of the property along the side.
One of the café’s standout architectural features, visible from the outside, is its large wooden wall — rising to a height of 5.5 meters. This wall serves both as a striking visual element for the exterior and as a partition for the interior space. It is clad in reclaimed wood with an unpolished surface, arranged in layered, louver-like patterns. The natural tones and textures of the untreated wood create a visually pleasing effect and help the building blend seamlessly with the surrounding trees.
The creation of this distinctive wall was the result of a collaborative design process between the architects and local carpenters. Through on-site mock-ups and hands-on experimentation, they arrived at a design that not only functions effectively but also became a defining feature of the café — one that visitors often photograph and remember.
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