ASWA fronts new eatery in bangkok with sculptural, corrugated concrete

all images courtesy of ASWA

ASWA’s sculptural concrete volume hugs a central courtyard 

Spanning 290 sqm and reaching six meters in height, the Khao Niao Restaurant + Onda cafe by ASWA (see more here) hides a private courtyard on the opposite side of the main street. Surrounding that semi-outdoor space are the building’s L-legs. The first leg hosts the main restaurant and kitchen while the second welcomes guests into a cafe and includes all service areas. Both sections enjoy pleasant views towards the courtyard where small events and gatherings can take place.

Material-wise, the structure is mainly built out of a precast concrete mold prepared and mixed on site by a contractor. Using a corrugated roof tile, he first built a modular 1.20 x 2.4 m mold cast and later assembled it into a larger, 6 x 8 sqm mold to cast all facade panels. The arched openings were then carved out to reveal a wood-clad and light-filled interior space.  

ASWA wraps the restaurant in a corrugated precast concrete facade

at the front of the restaurant, continuous lines bend sharply at an angle

the inner courtyard is hugged by a wavy facade

smooth curved lines provide a peaceful ambiance

the arched openings frame views of the semi-outdoor courtyard

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project info:

name: Khao Niao Restaurant + Onda Cafe

location: Ari, Bangkok, Thailand

area: 290 sqm 
architecture + interiors: ASWA (Architectural Studio of Work – Aholic) | @aswa_bangkok

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edited by: lea zeitoun | designboom