A Home for Family Gathering by Surapak Intarakul

A family wanted to create a mini yet spacious residence as a center for family gatherings on weekends. Because of the growing number of family members, this family needed a more comfortable gathering space to spend time together on weekends or holidays. Surapak Intarakul as architects realized this wants by creating a house as a “gathering space”, a flexible area that can be adjusted to follow the needs of various activities when family gatherings are held.
Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

The choice of glass materials dominates the entire house, with the intention of creating a spacious and free atmosphere. The materials allow natural light to enter to enhance the warm and cheerful impression inside the house. Many glass doors are found in this house, such as the glass door used as a boundary between the family room and the kitchen. Glass doors are also used as the main, side, and balcony doors. That way, they can connect even though they are in separate areas.
Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

The living room, which is the vocal point of the house, is surrounded by large glass windows on each side. And also, the towering glass windows seem to be a wall for this house. Apart from being a natural light source, the tall glass windows also create a spacious visual of the house. As a vacation home, this house wants the residents to enjoy the green and stunning scenery outside through the glass windows. 

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

In the interior, the double staircase on the second floor utilizes wide and tall glass wall elements to provide comfort, as the eyes can circulate smoothly from inside to outside. The atmosphere of this house feels simple yet elegant with the selection of natural materials in its appearance combined with interiors. 

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

The room’s interior is also minimalist in style without leaving comfort with a balcony facing the street. The room’s walls are decorated with glass elements with large curtains as a cover, allowing residents to see all corners of the house from the second floor. 
Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat) 

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

The front and side yards of the house have simple yet cozy lounging areas surrounded by greenery from the fence. This allows residents to enjoy the less crowded suburban atmosphere, while occasionally watching the trains crossing the tracks near the house. 

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

Although the name “Gathering Space”, because built in a village area, this house allowing the residents to interact with the surrounding residents. It creates a warm “neighbor-to-neighbor” relationship that can only be found on vacation. 
Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)

To fulfill the various space requirements needed as a gathering house, Surapak Intarakul answers this need through an architectural solution with a house that is made as if it is borderless, so that anyone can do activities simultaneously in one space. 

Bann Theppratoon by Surapak Intarakul (cr: Rungkit Charoenwat)