EKAR architects combines office, warehouse, and living space in T-house

EKAR architects combines office, warehouse, and living space in T-house
all images courtesy of EKAR architects

the ‘T-house’ by thai studio EKAR architects combines an office, garment warehouse, and family residence in two structures on a single site. the residence, in the words of EKAR’s head arch. is a, ‘blend of thai living habitat and western ideals; a mix of tropical architecture with modernity, to result in a simple-form.’ 

second staircase, leading to bedrooms 

a jai-baan, or heart of the house, is located perfectly in the center of the two-story main structure. the area is composed of two staircases that cross each other, providing connection to all rooms on the second floor. one leads to working spaces — studio and office — on level two. the other, connects the downstairs living area and kitchen, with two private bedrooms above. a large skylight on the roof brings natural light directly to the area.

main atrium and skylight 

primary staircase, leading to studio/office spaces 

cotton strands separate but don’t detach from the private areas on the opposite side 

cotton partition detail 

small skylights to help maintain interior temperature 

exterior and large window 

dining room table, with repeated cotton drape accents 

skylight on roof 

street side façade 

light concept
courtesy of none other than design studio 

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edited by: nick brink | designboom