Journal of Faculty of Architecture and Design RMUTP

Batik Fabric Pattern Design Inspired by Ancient Bead Motifs of Surat Thani Province: A Case Study of Khao Si Wichai Thap Thiang Community Enterprise Group, Phunphin Subdistrict, Surat Thani Province

2025-12-25T16:01:09+07:00

This study aimed (1) to investigate batik textile pattern design inspired by ancient bead motifs from Surat Thani Province, Thailand, and (2) to evaluate consumer satisfaction with fabric bag products developed from these motifs. Three conceptual design sketches Cosmic Eye, Protective Jewel (Mani Phithak), and Moon Blossom (Buppha Chanthra) were created based on ancient bead patterns from Surat Thani Province. These designs, together with an evaluation questionnaire, were reviewed by seven experts in textile sewing, ancient bead heritage, and batik design. Expert feedback and consensus were analyzed and used to guide the final product development. The completed batik fabric bag was subsequently evaluated by 100 respondents, including members of the general public and the Khao Si Wichai Thap Thiang weaving community enterprise, selected through accidental sampling. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. The findings indicated that experts selected design No. 2, the Mani Phithak pattern, accounting for 57%. The preferred color tone was tone No. 1, which was reddish-brown (a natural dye from mangosteen peel), accounting for 100%. The preferred product form was design No. 2, a trapezoidal-shaped bag (71%). The preferred pattern arrangement was design No. 3, a repeated pattern layout (71%), and the use of leather as a material was also preferred (71%). When the survey results were used to create the products and evaluated for satisfaction, the overall satisfaction was at the highest level in all three aspects. These included the product aspect, where most respondents were satisfied with the product’s aesthetic appeal; the utility aspect, where respondents valued its role in preserving and promoting local wisdom; and the distribution aspect, where respondents were satisfied with its availability at the OTOP Center in Surat Thani Province. This research helps add value to batik fabric pattern design and enhances the distinctiveness of fabric bags. It should also be further developed into other product types to increase diversity and market opportunities.

Design Guidelines a Interior Architecture Drawing Classroom for the Lower Limb Disability to Use a Wheelchair

2026-01-06T11:49:12+07:00

Currently, the classroom space in the Interior Architecture program, which includes drafting and design classes, is not designed to support students with lower limb disabilities who use wheelchairs. This environment hinders their learning and activities in classroom. This research aims to 1) analyze the interior architecture of a drafting classroom that accommodates wheelchair users, 2) analyze the problems and needs of lower limb disabilities who use wheelchairs that affects the design of a drafting classroom, 3) find guidelines for designing a drafting classroom for wheelchair users, and 4) integrate this research with classroom learning to allow students to study and apply the acquired knowledge to their own design work. Data was collected through surveys, observations, site planning, and simulations of wheelchair use within the space from 10 sample groups, along with 30 interviews. The collected data was analyzed and summarized into key issues to identify solutions and provide design guidelines. The research findings indicate that the problems and needs of wheelchair users with lower limb disabilities in accessing the space are related to size and proportions. Various dimensions may hinder convenient and efficient use. Design approaches must focus on two main aspects: 1) Accessibility: People with disabilities must be able to access all areas. Floor levels, width, materials, and surfaces must be wheelchair-accessible. 2) Usability: All areas and equipment must be usable conveniently and efficiently. Design considerations include proportions, appropriate working distances, furniture style (especially drafting tables), and the installation equipment. Easy of use, convenience, and safety are key design principles. This information can be used as a guideline for the design and detailed drawings for construction

Package Logo Design to Promote Processed Reed Mats Products in Mudmee Weaving and Processed Reed Mats Community Enterprise Group Ban Huai Kaeo, Phichit Province

2025-12-25T16:05:04+07:00

This research aims to 1) study the problems and needs regarding branding, control, and packaging of processed woven mat products; 2) design a prototype brand logo, control panel, and packaging to promote the products; and 3) assess consumer sentiment towards the design. The research employed various methodologies, studying documents and interviewing members of the Huay Kaew Phichit community enterprise, a ikat and processed woven mat community enterprise, to explore their identity, branding, and packaging needs. Evaluation was conducted among 5 individuals and 100 consumers. The research found that the community has three main product types: folding mats, placemats, and coasters. The research identified the need to develop a distinctive brand logo that reflects the community's identity and packaging that is clearly visible and consistent with the environment. The researcher designed a traditional brand logo (9 variations) and three types of packaging, including woven mat packaging and paper tags. And product tags, prototype research results indicate that logo type 8, which mentions English letters, Thai writing, and a large number of interconnected mat patterns, is the most important component at 60% in the packaging track type 3, body components at 80%, paper control system type 2 at 60%, and product tag type 2 upon request at 100%, to achieve maximum efficiency in that order. Results from a large number of consumers (100 people) found that the highest level in the system components, both in terms of graphic structure and brand image, in the design work can verify the performance of the community, create products and reputation from consumers in terms of leadership and leadership in practical application and continuous improvement.

Urban Public Space Design for Increasing Green Spaces : A Case Study of the Tha Sai Community, Nonthaburi

2026-01-07T07:37:35+07:00

Tha Sai Community in Nonthaburi Province is a peri-urban area characterized by spatial dynamics that support local socio-economic activities. Amidst physical and social changes, this study aims to identify, classify, and design the community's public open spaces. The investigation reveals that these spaces are distinctively open yet fragmented, flowing continuously around built environments. Key areas include temple grounds, sports fields, educational institutions, government sites, piers, and natural landscapes. However, these spaces are currently abandoned, underutilized, or classified as leftover spaces, failing to reach their full potential for community activities. Consequently, the study proposes a landscape revitalization strategy to maximize utility based on four design criteria: 1) Functionality, 2) Connectivity, 3) Vegetation, and 4) Aesthetics.

Keywords: Urban Public Space , Green Space , Urban community , Tha Sai Community.

The Design and Development of Arts and Crafts Instructional Kits to Support Learning in the 21st Century

2026-03-17T13:11:30+07:00

The research titled "The Design and Development of Arts and Crafts Instructional Kits to Support Learning in the 21st Century " is grounded in instructional media design and development. The study emphasizes the 3R 4Cs framework, which incorporates core skills: reading, writing, and arithmetic (3Rs), alongside Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication, and Collaboration (4Cs). This framework aims to enable students to apply knowledge from the "Creative Leatherwork" course to their daily lives by integrating theoretical learning with practical application and assessment. The objectives of this research were: 1) to analyze the relationship between arts and crafts professions and 21st-century skills; 2) to design and develop instructional media based on 21st-century craft design knowledge; and 3) to compare learning outcomes before and after using the newly developed media. The target group consisted of 15 second-year Arts and Crafts Design students at the Poh-Chang Academy of Arts, Rajamangala University of Technology Rattanakosin. The research instruments included a 7-item subjective achievement test (Pre-test and Post-test) covering three leather sewing modules. Data were analyzed using Mean, Standard Deviation (S.D.), and a Paired Samples t-test.

The findings revealed that after three weeks of instruction using the developed media, the students' mean post-test score (51.27) was significantly higher than their pre-test score (26.13) at the .01 level. The statistical results showed t = 25.48 (df = 14, p = .000), which met the preliminary assumptions for the Paired Samples t-test analysis. These results demonstrate that the developed instructional media effectively enhances learners' creative development

A Study of Architectural Styles and Elements of Mon Ordination Halls (Ubosot): A Case Study of the Mon Community in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi Province

2026-02-04T09:12:11+07:00

This research aims to study the architectural forms of Mon ubosots (ordination halls) in the Mon communities of Pak Kret District. The objectives are to analyze their architectural elements and forms and to examine their characteristics according to building periods. The study classifies ubosots chronologically and reveals changes in forms, elements, and reconstruction over time. The results show the development of Mon ubosot architecture from the Sukhothai period to the Rattanakosin period. Ubosots of the Sukhothai period are characterized by Rong-Style building, swan poles, and Centipede flags. During the Ayutthaya period, ancient Mon traditions are reflected in the Maha Utt entrance and the increasing prevalence of the Dutch-style. Three architectural types are identified: the Rong-Style building, the Dutch-style, and the verandah type with a Chanthap roof. In the Thonburi period, the Dutch-style became dominant, while traditional elements such as porticoes, swan poles, Centipede flags, boundary stones, and Mon inscriptions remained evident. In the Rattanakosin period, all ubosots were constructed in the Dutch-style, whereas rectangular hall forms, verandah types, and Maha Utt entrances disappeared. Mural paintings gradually vanished, while star-patterned ceiling decorations became more elaborate. Renovations and the use of modern materials and colors have continued into the present, reflecting the evolution of Mon ubosot architecture according to the construction periods of temples in the study area.

Guidelines for Shop Layouts in Community Market to Enhance Natural Daylighting Case Study: Ing Nam Market, Sam Khok District, Pathum Thani

2026-02-04T09:19:08+07:00

This research aims to study and analyze the relationship between natural light intensity levels and visibility potential within the Ing Nam Market community area. The goal is to propose guidelines for shop layout design that promotes visual comfort and user satisfaction in the Ing Nam Market community, serving as a guideline for sustainable community market development. Lighting is a crucial factor influencing tourism, alongside economic factors and policies focused on promoting community and shop identity. This article studies the enhancement of natural light efficiency through shop layout modifications in the Ing Nam Market, Sam Khok District, Pathum Thani Province. A mixed-methods research approach was employed. Quantitative research involved surveying the market area to measure initial light intensity levels, along with collecting data through questionnaires to assess perceptions, satisfaction, and requirements from a sample of 210 individuals, including shop owners and tourists. The findings indicated that the average light intensity in the market area was below the standard set by the Thai Lighting Association, highlighting a need for increased lighting. Based on these findings, qualitative research focused on analyzing and designing improvements to the shop layout and overall market context by enhancing natural lighting using DIALux 4.13 software. The results were then evaluated, and user satisfaction data was collected. The study found that the shop placement and space management approach within the community market area, without obstructions to natural light, combined with shop placement every 2.00 meters, significantly increased the amount of natural light entering the market area. This allowed for more efficient use of walkways and shop areas, reducing reliance on artificial lighting during the daytime. This contributes to energy conservation and long-term environmental sustainability within the Ing Nam Market community.

Developing Age-Friendly Built Environments through Universal Design: A Case Study of Wat Phleng Community, Ratchaburi Province

2026-02-28T12:35:54+07:00

The demographic transition toward an aging society necessitates the development of built environments that respond to changing needs. This research aimed to: (1) analyze physical factors affecting older adults in the Wat Phleng community, Ratchaburi Province; (2) propose design guidelines and prototypes based on Universal Design (UD) principles; and (3) evaluate user satisfaction. The study employed a case study approach with purposive sampling of 128 participants (116 quantitative and 12 qualitative). Data were collected through field surveys, behavioral mapping, and user walk-through audits.

The findings indicated that existing public spaces and waterfront residential areas have limitations in safety, inadequate facilities, inefficient circulation, and poor accessibility, which do not comply with Universal Design principles. These issues lead to unequal spatial use. In response, a development framework was proposed by integrating the seven UD principles into physical indicators aligned with international standards and ministerial regulations. This framework guided the design of public spaces, floating market areas, and five residential prototypes tailored to local contexts. Design evaluation focused on perceived usability in terms of safety, convenience, and accessibility.

The satisfaction results from 116 participants showed a high overall level ( = 4.21, S.D. = 0.65). Among the dimensions, safety scored the highest ( = 4.24, S.D. = 0.65), followed by development worthiness ( = 4.21, S.D. = 0.68) and compatibility with local architectural context ( = 4.19, S.D. = 0.61).