Bun Pastry & Beverages / Architect NonsenseSave this picture! Thanarit jirarapeephanArchitects: Architect NonsenseAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:100 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Thanarit jirarapeephanMore SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. Bun Pastry & Beverages is a small caf located in Thaimuang District, Phang Nga Province, Thailand. The project stems from the owner's aspiration to create a caf that seamlessly integrates into their residential space. The design emphasizes a functional layout that supports daily fresh pastry baking while serving as a family activity hub, welcoming patrons who appreciate quality coffee and pastries in a cozy and inviting atmosphere.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The project site is a rectangular plot measuring 14 meters in width and 30 meters in depth. The primary structure is organized in a linear layout to optimize spatial efficiency. The site is flanked by two-story shophouses on both sides, creating natural shading for the project area. The architects set the front boundary 5 meters back from the street to establish a forecourt featuring a gravel garden for bicycle parking, catering to cyclists frequently traversing the area. This forecourt also enhances the visual depth of the faade.Save this picture!Save this picture!Upon surveying the site, it was discovered that a natural wind corridor exists at the rear of the property. To leverage this, the design incorporates cross ventilation through the use of ventilation blocks on the caf's faade. These blocks facilitate airflow while serving as a privacy screen, subtly controlling views into the interior garden. The entrance path is centrally positioned, leading to a long corridor that guides visitors into the main caf space. Split-level design adds dynamic spatial interplay, connecting the front and rear gardens. The extended roof overhang provides protection from rain and sunlight, ensuring a comfortable semi-outdoor experience.Save this picture!Save this picture!The caf building is strategically positioned adjacent to the existing shophouse for seamless connectivity. At its core, a semi-outdoor transition space links the front and rear gardens, fostering visual and spatial continuity. The front faade features full-height glazing, inviting natural light into the interior while offering an engaging view of the street. This design choice balances the serene indoor ambiance with dynamic outdoor activity. Primary materials include exposed concrete and wood, chosen for their constructability and alignment with the local context. Reclaimed wood from the owner's collection is repurposed for the counter bar, shelves, and roof structure. The textured dark gray plaster walls, crafted using PVC sheets, add subtle yet striking visual interest to the otherwise minimalist material palette.Save this picture!Bun Pastry & Beverages exemplifies a harmonious blend of minimalist architecture and biophilic design principles. It emphasizes seamless transitions between outdoor and indoor spaces, responding to the local lifestyle while fostering family interactions within a warm and tranquil setting.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Tai Mueng, Phang-Nga Province, ThailandLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeArchitect NonsenseOfficeMaterialsWoodConcreteMaterials and TagsPublished on January 14, 2025Cite: "Bun Pastry & Beverages / Architect Nonsense" 13 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025650/bun-pastry-and-beverages-architect-nonsense&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream