The Concept and Typology of Sun Shading Devices in Architectural Works by Professor Emeritus Captain Krisda Arunvongse Na Ayudhya

Abstract

          This research is a study of concept and typology of sun shading devices in architectural works by Professor Emeritus Captain Krisda Arunvongse Na Ayudhya during the period 1966-1972. The study is focusing on an architecture that uses sun shading devices as a main element. This consists of nine building case studies, named Manohra Hotel (1966), President Hotel (1966), Central Silom Department Store (1967), Anna Building (1967), Bangkok Sahakol Building (1968), A.U.A Language Library (1970), Professor Krisda Arunvongse Na Ayudhya’s house (1971) The Journalists Association of Thailand (1971), and Xavier Hall (1972). The objectives are analyzing the sun shading devices in the architectural workpieces of Professor Krisda Arunvongse Na Ayudhya, which appropriately respond to the weather and create building identity.

          This qualitative research mainly focuses on the study of architectural drawings combined with the use of measurement and interview associated architects. The analysis identifies with three topics, consisting of a different type of sun shading devices, position of the sun shading devices, and architectural language.

          In summary, the design of the sun shading devices, created by Professor Emeritus Captain Krisda Arunvongse Na Ayudhya, has considered the sun direction by using diverse sun shading devices with rhythm and proportion. These are significant elements that bring into building identity for establishment. In addition, a use of material and construction technology that are consonant with the age is an important part in creating an identity of the building. It reflects the elegance, simplicity, neatness, and unique characteristics of the design of Professor Emeritus Captain Krisda Arunvongse Na Ayudhya.