steven j. leach architects’ baan plai haad development in thailand
all images courtesy of W workspace

 

 

 

‘baan plai haad’ is a residential development in the heart of pattaya, thailand. located along wongamat beach — an hour or so drive from bangkok — the site is comprised of two structures, 31 stories and seven stories, for 353 units in total. the design was completed by thai firm steven j. leach architects, whose work draws directly from the pristine oceanfront location.

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main entrance pathway

 

 

 

living units are primarily oriented to either the north, or west. the former providing coastline views from both the living and bedrooms, and the latter daily sunsets. architectural elements are bold, but diffused slightly by a warm color scheme that harmonizes with nature and surrounding environments.

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pool area, looking back towards development 

 

 

 

‘baan plai haad’ features a collection of resort-style facilities including a spacious lobby, landscaped desk, gardens, workout facilities, two swimming pools, and exclusive access to a private beach. the two towers consist of one to three bedroom residences, located within one of thailand’s bustling tourist areas. 

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steps leading to the facility’s private beach 

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second floor fitness area

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top floor infinity pool 

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main lobby 

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elevator lobby 

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exterior composition and linear elements 

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landscape area with wooden deck

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façade

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looking up towards the western face 

 

 

project info:

 

project name: baan plai haad
architects: steven j. leach architects ltd
location: wong-aummart, pattaya, thailand
team: phongphat ueasangkhomset, chanachai bamroongphong
interior design team: steven j. leach architects ltd. (totsapol wibunsin, julie limsnukan)
landscape architect: T.R.O.P (terrains + open space)
lighting design: whatandhow studio (sanchai kornwattananon)
area: 35,000m2
project year: 2015
photography: W workspace

 

 

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edited by: nick brink | designboom