Journal of Research Creative Architecture and Design

Effective Composition Design of Cultural Displays: A Case of Bát Tràng Exhibition Space in Hanoi, Vietnam

Supreeya Pongsai and Svit Piriyasurawong — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The research aims to design visual impact the space of an exhibition under the theme of the Bát Tràng village for showcasing artworks and to gather at vietnam relevant theoretical information for incorporation into the project. The research methodology includes studying relevant theories through literature review, developing a draft design, creating a drawing, and producing the actual artwork. The design using a semi-closed back window, natural tones and vibrant colors to captivate the audience's attention. Horizontal lighting is selected. The selection of materials and the composition of elements aim to convey messages. The study suggests that designing the space with a semi-closed back window allows for clear visibility of activities within the exhibition area, and the Window Display section continues to utilize effective effects.

The study finds that the semi-closed back window design allows clear visibility of exhibition activities while maintaining the effectiveness of the displayed works. The design of the front, middle, and rear sections of the window displays effectively communicates the narrative, except for challenges related to color communication, prompting further inquiry.

Wide-span bamboo structure: Case study of the bamboo swing design competition in Guangzhou, China.

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The objective of this research is to design an architecture of wide-span bamboo structures. Under the theme of "Swing Game” in the 6^th Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area - Association of Southeast Asian Nations International Colleges Design & Construction Competition. To exhibit the work at Nansha Bird Park, Guangzhou, China.

In this research, the methodology involves collecting relevant design theory information to integrate into the project. The research process consists of the following steps 1) Study of Relevant Theory and Literature Review 2) Development of Draft Design 3) Testing Process 4) Construction of the Actual Piece. The outcome of the design is a bamboo swing structure with a wide span and a length of 8 meters. From the tests, it was concluded that using the technique of bending bamboo with heat results in a seamless structure. This wide-span bamboo structure supports the weight of the roof above while also being able to move according to the swinging or pushing forces from the activities below, which are designed to accommodate children's play.

Ceramic products for concealing scars outside the clothing.

Phiphat Chit-arirak and Sasikarn Chareanthong — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Nowadays, many people who have scars that may have been acquired from treatment or accidents have lost confidence in living life. Therefore, the products are designed to conceal scars outside the clothing. This work aims 1) to study, analyze and design products to suit the needs of the target group, 2) to design products for concealing scars outside the clothing, and 3) to design products that can be produced according to the ceramics process. The method of study focuses on the target group of females from working age to middle age who have scars outside the clothing, causing them to lack confidence in daily life. The design concept comes from the elegant Thai peacock, developing the form of the peacock feather pattern to be beautiful. Selected works from design experts. The results of the study allowed us to design a product to help conceal unseen scars in three areas of the body: 1) the neck area, 2) the torso area, and 3) the lower and leg area. The products are formed by a slip casting mold, glazed in green and pink colors, and decorated with gold on the glaze. The summary of the product design indicates aesthetic appeal and responsiveness to user needs, meeting the target group's expectations well.

The Charisma Church

Adis Idris Raksamani and Nathpant chintermboonpasuk — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The “Charisma Church” project is a place of worship designed according to the requirement of young Christians and the concept of the environmental friendliness. The objective of the project is to provide a place for Christians to worship God, to perform religious ceremonies, support a variety of Christian activities, study the story of God and promote the quality of the youth’s life.

The project is a worship place designed with a concept inspired by the story of God's blessings such as "God created the world", "Moses walked across the sea" and "Jesus ascended into heaven". The concept is expressed in the main activities area such as the activity plaza, the activity hall and the church. The project supports a variety of activities such as religious ceremonies, sharing Christ's teachings, providing social services, promoting learning for children in the community and supporting various religious activities.

The project responds to the needs of being a religious place, center for public activities and a learning center for the new generation according to the project objectives

Editorial Corner

Thana Ananacha — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

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Direction for hydrogen development as an alternative energy for Thailand

Marie Khedari — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

This article is a preliminary study that focuses on studying the direction of development of hydrogen as an alternative energy in Thailand to be beneficial in the future. Hydrogen is one of the raw materials widely used as a starting material in various industries, such as the petrochemical, steel, automotive, food, and electronics industries. As the world faces global warming, hydrogen plays a significant role because hydrogen is one of the energy carriers that can be produced from environmentally friendly renewable energy. A key strategy for solving climate change is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions significantly and quickly to prevent the world from experiencing severe climate change problems, such as increasing water levels and biodiversity loss. Hydrogen is classified as an alternative energy in the future for all sectors that will help improve energy efficiency, reduce dependency on fossil fuels, and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. From the COP 28 meeting, based on the assessment of the global situation, it was found that although there has been progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions according to the 1.5 ◦C target limit in the Paris Agreement. Global temperature is expected to rise by 2.6 ◦C, which is more than the target set. However, to achieve the 2050 target, greenhouse gases must be reduced by 43 % by 2030 and must be reduced by 60 % by 2035. The world, including Thailand, needs to drive towards energy transition. It requires increasing the proportion of renewable energy 3 times and increasing energy efficiency 2 times, including efforts to end the use of fossil fuels. For Thailand, there are operational guidelines to be carbon neutral by communicating with all sectors. It is aimed at the NDC (Nationally Determined Contribution) Action Plan 2021-2030 to accelerate the preparation of the Climate Change Act by hearing public and private sectors. In addition, it is to develop the potential to access more funding sources, a climate change information center, and an effective monitoring system.

Northeastern Rehabilitation Center for People with Mobility Disabilities Design Project in Thailand

Wannipa Nivato and Werapat Kramomtong Wannipa Nivato and Werapat Kramomtong — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

The Northeast is the region with the highest number of disabled people in Thailand. Movement rehabilitation is an important way to bring many disabled people back into society and live like normal people. This article is part of the thesis on Northeastern Rehabilitation Center for People with Mobility Disabilities Design Project. The objective of the study is to study guidelines for designing a movement rehabilitation center that will be a center for treating people with mobility disabilities in the Northeast in a large area of land with no existing buildings in the Northeast context. The project undergoes a review of relevant literature and case studies, feasibility study, determination of project details, analysis of project location and design projects. The project design result is located on an area of approximately 18 Rai on Sahasat Road, Nai Mueang Subdistrict, Mueang Khon Kaen District, Khon Kaen Province. Designed in the concept of a health garden institute and the building's appearance has a feel of the Northeast. It has a shady atmosphere and encourages users to exercise. There are 10 buildings in total, including an outpatient diagnosis and treatment building, a hydrotherapy building, a demonstration for equipment to assist people with disabilities building, an office building, 4 inpatient buildings, a parking building and a support building. Total building area of the entire project is 24,569 square meters. In addition, in the project area there is a health garden and a pond garden.

Renovation of M.E.C. Engineering Company Limited Office Building in the Energy and Atmosphere (EA) category according to TREES-NC criteria.

Supachai Panyavee and Joseph Khedari — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

M.E.C. Engineering Co., Ltd. is a company engaged in design and construction contracting. The company intends to renovate a three-story office building with the aim of achieving the Platinum level in the TREES (Thai's Rating of Energy and Environmental Sustainability) assessment to demonstrate the company commitment to energy and environmental sustainability. To accomplish this objective, Energy Conservation Technology Co., Ltd., in collaboration with King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok has been tasked with designing the renovation of the building’s systems under the Energy and Atmosphere (EA) category according to TREES-NC V.1.1 criteria. This involves analyzing the layout, building design and systems to identify the aspects impacting energy savings by considering construction methods, materials, workload, manpower and budget along with calculating points for each category to achieve the Platinum level. The EA category involves with other categories of building improvement. The renovation conclusions were adding vertical garden panels on the south and west sides (SL 5.1), installing 3-inch thick fiberglass insulation under the roof slab to reduce heat transfer, installing high-efficiency solar panels on the building's roof (EA 2), replacing and redesigning the entire lighting system from standard fluorescent bulbs to LED bulbs with separated circuits every 250 square meters (IE P3) to meet the standard lighting criteria (IE P2), and upgrading the entire air conditioning system from split-type units to a VRV system which increases energy efficiency and uses environmentally friendly refrigerants, thus earning additional points in EA 4.

The aforementioned renovations have resulted in a significant reduction in the Overall Thermal Transfer Value (OTTV) from 112.88 W/m² to 68.69 W/m² and the Roof Thermal Transfer Value (RTTV) from 34.13 W/m² to 7.85 W/m². The building's total energy consumption is now 149,562.11 kWh/year with the solar panel system capable of generating up to 88,348.95 kWh/year or 59% of the total energy consumption. This achievement has earned the project the maximum score of 16 points in the EA 1 category.

Editorial Division

Netipong Photanang, Onvalee Amornleetrakul — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700

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Netipong Photanang, Onvalee Amornleetrakul — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0700