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Beyond the Jatumharachiga Heaven, a realm called the
Tavatimsa Heaven can be found. It is the highest of the heavenly realms and is
said to cover an area equal to 40,000 km2 surrounded by a continuous
glass wall that stretches 64 km into the sky. This realm consists of 1,000
doors, each leading to a splendid castle situated on the mountain top. As the
door slides apart, an exquisite melody resounds throughout. A pool of
crystal-clear water is located some distance away, overflowing on to the
ornamental stones bounding the pool. Garden benches provide a comfortable area
for angels to enjoy their time and fulfil their pleasures. The most prominent
castle of the Tavatimsa heaven is known as Paichayon Maha Prasat. Made of 7
types of precious gems, soaring 4000 km up into the upper atmosphere and
enclosed by walls of the same, nothing is comparable to the beauty of this
place.
These mythical
descriptions inspired the design concept determining the planning layout as well as the forms of the
buildings. Supplementary to the existing old building, elements such as
engraved walls were integrated into the design. Besides casting stimulating
light and shadows during the course of the day, these pattern-engraved walls also
control the direction of circulation, at the same time delivering an intriguing
approach to the entrance. As the sun’s rays percolate through the clear waters
of the sparkling white pool, its colours merge with the emerald surface of the
ocean in the background. Preserving the existing structure of the traditional
Thai roof, meticulous alterations were made to the original building,
incorporating a white colour scheme and glass walls to achieve a light, airy
atmosphere as though the buildings are hovering above the heavens.
Branch Associates
Geo Design & Engineering Consultant
Care Con
In 1980, Prabhakorn received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Chulalongkorn University. He continued his education at the Catholic University of America in Washington DC, where he graduated with a Master of Architecture degree in 1984. Whilst in Washington DC, Prabhakorn worked at Robert Schwinn & Associates in Maryland before returning to Thailand and joining A49 in 1985. At A49, he has been responsible for a wide range of projects ranging from mega complexes and high-rise buildings to houses. Most of these are located in Thailand, whilst others are located in other countries in the region, including: China, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. His work has also extended outside that region, for example, to the United Arab Emirates and India. All add breadth to the A49 portfolio of work. His main role has been to establish major policies, design concepts and strategic planning initiatives. He was appointed as President of Architects49 Phuket in 2005 and President of Architects49 International in 2006.
Prabhakorn actively served the Association of Siamese Architects (ASA) as its Head of Public Relations from 1992 to 1994, as its Vice President of Foreign Affairs from 1995 to 1997, and as the President of ASA during 2002-2004. He has also participated in many subcommittees for both the ASA and the Architect Council of Thailand (ACT). He is an active Council Member of the ACT, with his present duties for them extending into 2018. He has been an Honorary member of the Japan Institute of Architects (JIA) since 2003.
Prabhakorn has been a key member of A49 since its foundation, and has the honour of being trusted by Nithi Sthapitanonda (the Founder of A49) to be President and Managing Director of 49Group.
In 1980, Prabhakorn received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Chulalongkorn University. He continued his education at the Catholic University of America in Washington DC, where he graduated with a Master of Architecture degree in 1984. Whilst in Washington DC, Prabhakorn worked at Robert Schwinn & Associates in Maryland before returning to Thailand and joining A49 in 1985. At A49, he has been responsible for a wide range of projects ranging from mega complexes and high-rise buildings to houses. Most of these are located in Thailand, whilst others are located in other countries in the region, including: China, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. His work has also extended outside that region, for example, to the United Arab Emirates and India. All add breadth to the A49 portfolio of work. His main role has been to establish major policies, design concepts and strategic planning initiatives. He was appointed as President of Architects49 Phuket in 2005 and President of Architects49 International in 2006.
Prabhakorn actively served the Association of Siamese Architects (ASA) as its Head of Public Relations from 1992 to 1994, as its Vice President of Foreign Affairs from 1995 to 1997, and as the President of ASA during 2002-2004. He has also participated in many subcommittees for both the ASA and the Architect Council of Thailand (ACT). He is an active Council Member of the ACT, with his present duties for them extending into 2018. He has been an Honorary member of the Japan Institute of Architects (JIA) since 2003.
Prabhakorn has been a key member of A49 since its foundation, and has the honour of being trusted by Nithi Sthapitanonda (the Founder of A49) to be President and Managing Director of 49Group.
In collaboration with Landscape Architects 49, we have extensive experience in master planning and urban design. We have worked for both government and private sectors from large urban development to planning of new university campus.
