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泰銀學習中心（BOTLC）項目旨在同時解決泰國曼谷的國家遺產保護和公共空間建設兩個方面的重要問題。該項目將泰國第一批遺存的、具有歷史意義的鈔票印刷所改造為新的經濟和文化中心。現有建築物是一座具有龐大體量的工廠，在改造過程中拆除了厚重的牆壁，同時重新設計了交通路線，以便行人可以直接進入建築的核心區域從而實現一種整體上的開放性。

▼項目外觀，project exterior

The BOTLC project presented opportunities to tackle two major issues simultaneously; preservation of National heritage and lack of public space for Bangkok. The brief was to transform the redundant, historically significant, Thailand's first note printing works into an Economic-Cultural Centre. The existing building was a factory and therefore has an impermeable quality. The adaptation removed solid walls and alter circulation routes so that pedestrians can penetrate to the very core of the building, reflecting its openness.

▼場地平面，site plan

改造完成後的建築提供了多餘計劃之外的公共區域，並同時包含了伸向河濱的付費空間和免費空間。設計從歷史價值和實用性的角度出發，最大限度地保留了現有場地的歷史遺跡。為方便行人從街道進入建築，建造中拆除了與場地通路相鄰的一座寫字樓。人們通過景觀台階可以直接上到建築的二層，從而營造出一種到路徑感，使得遊客能夠充分體驗到河濱的美景。建築保留了原始飾面，通過簡化的語言表達了全新的內容。既有建築展示了當時最先進的設計理念和施工技術，而改造工作繼承並延續了這項技術成就的遺產。大跨度凸面澆築混凝土屋頂展示了泰國過往的建築技術和工程實力，而現有拱頂頂端“懸停”的舞廳則代表了當代建築設計和工程的水平。

▼景觀台階可以上到建築的二層，landscape steps were inserted to invite people to the second floor

▼行人可直接進入建築內部，pedestrians can penetrate to the very core of the building

The completed design offers larger public area than the brief specified within the initial budget. The building has a mixture of paid and unpaid areas to ensure accessibility to the riverfront for all. As much of the existing site was kept as possible, careful considerations were made in the context of historical value and functional practicality. A clerical building adjacent to the site access road was demolished to create a proper approach from the street. Landscape steps were inserted to invite people to the second floor above dam level, creating a sense of arrival and allowing visitors to fully appreciate the river. Original finishes are retained, and new additions are expressed via a simplified language. The existing building showcased cutting edge design and construction technology of its time. The renovation continues this heritage of technical achievements. The wide span convex casted concrete roof showcased Thai architecture and engineering prowess of the past, the 'hovering ’ ballroom on top of the existing vault represents the architect and engineers of today.

▼公共區域，larger public area

▼付費空間和免費空間，a mixture of paid and unpaid areas

▼鈔票印刷所遺跡，note printing works

對泰國人來說，建築從印刷所到BOTLC的轉變標誌著一個重要的歷史時刻，由此象徵著一個過去由國家嚴格控制的場所更新為供公眾欣賞的開放式紀念空間。該項目強調了泰國建築史上一段被遺忘的歷史時期。由於這些建築無法像寺廟或宮殿那樣被列入保護名錄，因此公眾對BOTLC以及現代建築的興趣將是阻止近年來大規模拆遷的最佳手段。該項目拯救了一座國家紀念碑似的建築，讓公眾重新深入到泰國過去的歷史中，讓曼谷人重新認識他們心愛的湄南河。

▼設備間，equipments room

The transformation from mint to the BOTLC marked an important moment in history for Thais, as it symbolizes the opening of a previously state-owned restricted monument for the public to enjoy. The project highlights a period of Thailand architectural history, often forgotten. Because these buildings are not listed and protected like temples and palaces, public interest in the BOTLC and modern architecture will be the best deterrence against demolition which has happened to others landmark in recent years. The project saved a national monument, allows the public to reconnect with Thailand's past and Bangkokians to reconnect with our beloved Chao Phraya.

▼一層平面，floor 1 plan

▼二層平面，floor 2 plan

▼立面圖，elevation

▼剖面圖，section

▼分析圖，diagram

PROJECT INFO
Project Director: Puiphai Khunawat
Project Architect: Chalankiat Sukhathummo
Project Team: Arsarn Suphajunyavat, Pongpeera Vasinthanaroj, Thanaporn Asavatevavith
Project location: Bangkok, Thailand
Completion Year: 2017
Gross Built Area (square meters or square foot): 26,500 sqm.
Photo credits: W Workspace, Spaceshift Studio, Art4D
Competition Stage Collaborator: Somdoon Architects Ltd.
Client: Bank of Thailand
Structural Engineer: Beca Thailand Co., Ltd.
MEP Engineer: GEO Design & Engineering Consultant., LTD.
Landscape Architect: Shma Company Limited
Green Design and Leed Consultant: Africvs. Co., Ltd.
Interior Consultant: architectkidd co. Ltd.
Lighting Design Consultant: Be Lit Co. Ltd
Quantity Surveyor Consultant: Arcadis (Thailand) Ltd.
Exhibition Designer Consultant during competition stage: designLAB NLSS Co., Ltd.
History Consultant during competition stage: Pirasri Povatong
Construction Budget: 477 Million THB