Nestled in the lush natural area of Hua-Hin, near Khao Tao Reservoir, the ‘Turtle Bay’ project by architect Sarawoot Jansaeng-Aram of Dersyn Studio is a new eco-tourism destination that forms the shape of turtle shells. The site is considered one of the main tourist attractions in the area. The latest project serves as a homestay-style lodging spot, local artisan’s souvenir shop, organic eatery, eco café, and workshop area for the tourists. The architect took cues from its natural context that comprises large trees, lotus ponds, and wild peacocks to design the entire project featuring turtle shell-shaped shingles. Read more about the project below at SURFACES REPORTER (SR):
Also Read: Rescubika Designs Crescent-Shaped Garden City That Promotes Green Living in Suburbs of Paris
Turtle Shells-Inspired Design
For the design concept of the project, the architect drew inspiration from the site location- ‘Khao’ which is the Thai word for mountain while ‘Tao’ means Turtle.
This inspired the architect to give the shape of a turtle to the project. The turtle-shaped roofs offer a distinctive appeal to the project encouraging tourists to visit this heavenly place.
The materials used in the project blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings. The Shingle roof creates a perfect harmony with the ground surface constructed with stone and gravel chips.
Shingle structures further offer the resemblance of a turtle shell.
Also Read: Lotus-shaped Shivamogga Airport causes rift between Congress & BJP | Karnataka | SR News update
Bamboo in the Second Roof
The design team used locally sourced bamboo as the second main roof and wall surfaces material.
The material blends nicely with the project and its surroundings. Further, local craftspeople did not need any kind of heavy machinery to use this material.
Along with its sustainability feature, bamboo also helps to keep the walls cool by reducing heat ingress.
Other Sustainability Features
The architect, with the help of local artisan’s knowledge, created a vast space with a lofty roof and well-placed windows to allow natural air to pass through the structure.
Some roofs also feature solar cell panels that allow the project to generate its own electricity.
The power produced through photovoltaic panels in the daytime will be utilized to brighten up the complete during the night.
Project Details
Project Name: Turtle Bay
Architect: Sarawoot Jansaeng-Aram
Architecture Firm: Dersyn Studio Co., Ltd.
Location: Hua-Hin, Thailand
Keep reading SURFACES REPORTER for more such articles and stories.
Join us in SOCIAL MEDIA to stay updated
SR FACEBOOK | SR LINKEDIN | SR INSTAGRAM | SR YOUTUBE
Further, Subscribe to our magazine | Sign Up for the FREE Surfaces Reporter Magazine Newsletter
Also, check out Surfaces Reporter’s encouraging, exciting and educational WEBINARS here.
You may also like to read about:
The Folding Geometric Roof of This Agriculture Center Is Wrapped in Bamboo Shingles | Vin Varavarn Architects | Thailand
K&B Partners Designs A Mussel-Shaped Modern Family Recreation Center in Koblevo, Ukraine
Inside the Seed-Shaped Holiday Cabins, Designed by ZJJZ Atelier | China
These Ethereal Twisting Installations of Woven Bamboo Appear To Grow From Ceilings and Walls | Tanabe Chikuunsai IV
And more…