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The main characteristics of this resort is strongly
influenced by its geography. Most guest rooms are specifically designed to
afford views of the natural mangrove forest and the Andaman Sea. Another key
element of the design is inspired by Phuket’s rich history, culture, as well as
vernacular and Sino-Portuguese architecture. “Goh kha ki”, the Sino-Portuguese
style colonnade, is integrated into the details and design of the project’s
architecture, whilst other elements of the Sino-Portuguese style are applied in
the design of screen patterns and the facade.
The JW lobbies are another prominent feature and
architectural concept. These are enhanced as a reflected sculptural cubic mass.
When viewed from afar, the two main lantern lobbies, and several lantern
pavilions, appear to float on a reflective pool, forming a unique feature to
the resort. The lobby areas also feature a unique interplay of a crystal-like
glass facade and an internal-external Chinese-patterned screen covering. The
strong architectural grammar of this patterned screening becomes more striking
at night when the lobby areas are lit up to illuminate the surroundings.
The simple form illustrates the congruent blending of
architecture with nature and reflective water, integrated visually through the
creation of an infinity pool-style water feature. This gives the architectural
impression that the buildings are floating on water through the sea in refined
elegance.
P Landscape
With Light
TRI-ARC Consultants
Altus Page Kirkland
Arcadia (Thailand)
Jiangso Provincial Construction Group (Thailand)
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.
