Project Location: Sathupradit Road, Bangkok, Thailand
Client: Joly Family
Program: 3 story house
Area: 750 square meters
Structural Engineer: B.N.G. Engineering Ordinary Partnerships
Mechanical Engineer: MEE Consultants
Architect: Stu/D/O Architects
Architect Email: admin@stu-d-o.com
Interior Architect: Stu/D/O Architects
Landscape Architect: Teerachai Tharawongthawat
Design: 2010-2011
Status: Completion 2014
The Photo Credits are as followed:
Stu/D/O Architects
Krisada Boonchaleow
Chanin Limapornvanich

The pathway leading to the vertical lined main gate.

The swimming pool area connected to the living area with glass particion.

The dining area close to the double height narrow stair case.

The kitchen area with glass partition leading to the swimming pool area.

The double height staircase with glass window.

The primary bathroom with built in soaking tub.

A view of a woman soaking her foot on swimming pool.

The aerial view of the house with view of the swimming pool.

The photo collage of the house that highlight the unique features of the house design.

the front facade of the house during night.

An aerial view of the house and the nearby community.

This three-story house for a family of four has a footprint of 250 square meters and a height of 11 meters. It is located on the street corner in one of the most exquisite and densely populated residential areas of Bangkok.

Flanked by rows of shophouses, main living spaces are elevated to the second floor to improve the visual conditions and allow rooms for service spaces on ground.

Upon arrival, one is greeted with the skylights, through which shown the rippling strips of caustic patterns resulting from the interplay between lights and water of the swimming pool above. The changing time of the day contributes to the changing color of lights, making this parking space- the arrival space, more dynamic.

Built mainly with reinforced concrete structure and a partial steel frame, the project’s exterior is comprised of natural materials such as wood louver, glass panels, and exposed concrete. The more private spaces- the bedrooms, are located on the 3rd floor which external envelope is cladded with timber slats, giving extra privacy and security.

This double-skinned façade acts as a sunshade, reducing the amount of heat collected in the building. Some of the slats are open-able panels; which, when opened, create wind walls and encourage natural ventilation.

When the Jolys are away, the panels can be completely shut to protect their belongings from the heat and solar damage. While serving environmental purposes, the timber slats also add a warm but modern look to the house.