Jomthong Raintree House as A Boundless Home and Natural Observatory

Designed with minimal boundaries with its surrounding lush Chamcuri raintree forest in Chom Thong district, Chiang Mai, the Jomthong Raintree house is not only a space to live but also a natural observatory. It preserves every acre of land by applying minimal intervention to its site, allowing the native environment to keep breathing and alive. 

Jomthong Raintree House by Sher Maker, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

Jomthong Raintree House by Sher Maker, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

It stands on a slope atop a long stream flowing through a long orchard, the house is a longitudinal space with two divided areas connected by a bridge. The first area is a living space where the living and dining areas are strategically placed near the open wall facing toward the towering trees. The second area which is connected by a bridge is an observatory space to sit and simply enjoy the alluring view of the natural Chamchuri forest landscape and the Doi Inthanon mountain range. 

Jomthong raintree house is nestled on a sloping terrain, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

Jomthong Raintree House is divided into two areas connected by a bridge, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

The living area of Jomthong Raintree house, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

The liivng room, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

The kitchen and dining area, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

The ambient area to observe nature's beauty, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

The ambient area to observe nature's beauty, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

The strip wooden walls are set to be open and face toward the dense towering trees, allowing the wind to breeze through the house and ensure a full connection with the natural habitat. It also allows natural light to permeate through the walls and fill the space with a warm and cheery atmosphere. The domination of wood adds a more warm and natural touch throughout the house, blending perfectly with the native environment. 

The house wall is set to be open, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

The house wall is set to be open, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

Keeping its commitment to minimal intervention to its site, the house was constructed in a simple structure, the columns stand strategically on its site without disturbing the existing trees. Made of locally sourced wood, Shorea, the wooden walls are coated with recycled black engine oil to protect the exterior. Its black shade mingles and unites with the natural shade of the Chamchuri forest landscape, transforming this house into a one-of-a-kind building that not only honors its native environment but also witnesses the stunning view of the sunset.

The black wooden walls of Jomthong raintree house, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

Jomthong Raintree house, Photo by Rungkit Charoenwat 

The floor plan 

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