Guidelines for applying vernacular architecture in learning center design projects and designs northern silverware handicrafts Chiang Mai Province

Abstract

       Northern Silver Handicraft Learning and Design Center in Chiang Mai Province is an architectural design project focusing on Northern Region silverware (Lanna silverware) in eight northern provinces. The Project’s main objective is to collect the knowledge of Northern Region silverware craftsmanship and become a hub for learning as well as the exchange techniques and products. This would facilitate the development of Northern region silverware into a more contemporary style of handicraft. This study considers the possibilities of the project based on an analysis of potential problems and lawsuits and provides a projection on creating the architecture design concept with the overall project outlook being presented.

       Northern Region silverware (Lanna silverware) is related to the local culture. The project concept design aims to apply the northern region vernacular architectural style (i.e. Lanna architecture) in the project planning, building’s design and building’s decoration. This development will be a guideline for assimilating contemporary design into the local culture. For further development, applying the knowledge provided from architectural design into environmental management will also lead to new designs related to landscape architecture and the environment.