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This project proposes a masterplan for the
Khlong Toei Port area, one of the last remaining large parcels of land in
inner-city Bangkok. As cargo traffic shifted to Laem Chabang Port, this stretch
of prime riverfront land was left largely vacant, presenting the city with enormous
potential for large-scale, first-class development.
The proposal brings together office
buildings, a hotel, retail, a convention center, a park, a museum, and a
tourism marina. Built floor area ratios are carefully managed to control
density and ensure generous public open space throughout.
Commercial buildings are arranged as two
street-facing blocks, in keeping with the scale of the existing low-rise
shopping street. A convention center and mid-size theatre anchor the cultural
and business life of the district. The multipurpose plaza and riverfront public
park offer panoramic views of the Chao Phraya, contributing to the city's
broader ambition to improve quality of life along the river. A mid-size park at
the heart of the development provides a quieter retreat for residents and
visitors alike, while each residential block is arranged around an open
courtyard, surrounded by a green belt that softens the boundary between private
and public life.
The former port's sports field will be
upgraded into a modern sports and recreation center, and a city library
positioned close to the river will serve as a civic hub for knowledge and
culture. Crowning the masterplan is the Bangkok Sky Park, a new landmark
inspired by the forms of boat sails and the river, conceived as a symbol of the
area's transformation and renewal.
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Origin Design & Planning
In 1980, Prabhakorn received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Chulalongkorn University. He continued his education at the Catholic University of America in Washington DC, where he graduated with a Master of Architecture degree in 1984. Whilst in Washington DC, Prabhakorn worked at Robert Schwinn & Associates in Maryland before returning to Thailand and joining A49 in 1985. At A49, he has been responsible for a wide range of projects ranging from mega complexes and high-rise buildings to houses. Most of these are located in Thailand, whilst others are located in other countries in the region, including: China, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. His work has also extended outside that region, for example, to the United Arab Emirates and India. All add breadth to the A49 portfolio of work. His main role has been to establish major policies, design concepts and strategic planning initiatives. He was appointed as President of Architects49 Phuket in 2005 and President of Architects49 International in 2006.
Prabhakorn actively served the Association of Siamese Architects (ASA) as its Head of Public Relations from 1992 to 1994, as its Vice President of Foreign Affairs from 1995 to 1997, and as the President of ASA during 2002-2004. He has also participated in many subcommittees for both the ASA and the Architect Council of Thailand (ACT). He is an active Council Member of the ACT, with his present duties for them extending into 2018. He has been an Honorary member of the Japan Institute of Architects (JIA) since 2003.
Prabhakorn has been a key member of A49 since its foundation, and has the honour of being trusted by Nithi Sthapitanonda (the Founder of A49) to be President and Managing Director of 49Group.
In 1980, Prabhakorn received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Chulalongkorn University. He continued his education at the Catholic University of America in Washington DC, where he graduated with a Master of Architecture degree in 1984. Whilst in Washington DC, Prabhakorn worked at Robert Schwinn & Associates in Maryland before returning to Thailand and joining A49 in 1985. At A49, he has been responsible for a wide range of projects ranging from mega complexes and high-rise buildings to houses. Most of these are located in Thailand, whilst others are located in other countries in the region, including: China, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. His work has also extended outside that region, for example, to the United Arab Emirates and India. All add breadth to the A49 portfolio of work. His main role has been to establish major policies, design concepts and strategic planning initiatives. He was appointed as President of Architects49 Phuket in 2005 and President of Architects49 International in 2006.
Prabhakorn actively served the Association of Siamese Architects (ASA) as its Head of Public Relations from 1992 to 1994, as its Vice President of Foreign Affairs from 1995 to 1997, and as the President of ASA during 2002-2004. He has also participated in many subcommittees for both the ASA and the Architect Council of Thailand (ACT). He is an active Council Member of the ACT, with his present duties for them extending into 2018. He has been an Honorary member of the Japan Institute of Architects (JIA) since 2003.
Prabhakorn has been a key member of A49 since its foundation, and has the honour of being trusted by Nithi Sthapitanonda (the Founder of A49) to be President and Managing Director of 49Group.
In collaboration with Landscape Architects 49, we have extensive experience in master planning and urban design. We have worked for both government and private sectors from large urban development to planning of new university campus.
