“My Front Yard” is a retail community that redefines traditional experiences by prioritizing open-air circulation, communal “neighborhood” planning, and a bold, unifying architectural language. Situated in front of a hillside in Phuket, the design avoids the monolithic “big box” retail approach, instead opting for a cluster of decentralized, low-rise pavilions that invite curiosity and exploration. […]
Restaurant
Everyday Food Place
In Thailand, good food can be found in all kinds of places. Whether it’s in Michelin-starred restaurants or on the corner of the street, the variety and diversity of Thai cuisine reflect Bangkok’s dynamic landscape. Food courts in Bangkok are ideal spaces for people to enjoy Thai food. The best of these ‘food havens’ become […]
Veils for Gaa
For a recent addition to Restaurant Gaa in Bangkok, curved veils introduce a wispy and flowing nature to the interior space and provide for a serene and tranquil experience. Veils are delicate things – layers of thin materials that hide and obscure views from beyond. At the same time, veils elevate the objects from within […]
Gaa – Transformation of a Thai House
Architectkidd creates new possibilities with an ancient Thai House for Gaa, a contemporary restaurant by Michelin starred chef Garima Arora. Gaa is a transformation of an ancient Thai house into a modern fine dining space. With the new design, Architectkidd reflects on the ongoing journey of the house, which originated from Ayutthaya, Thailand. The wood […]
Essence in an Eatery
“ABC represents the starting point, the most basic essence of eating,” according to restaurateur Pakamon “Nina” Somboonvechakarn. The goal is to combine creativity along with high-quality ingredients to give taste and nutrition to the menu. For the design of the ABC Eatery, Architectkidd devised various techniques to filter natural light into the interior space. Among the […]
