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MAJA

2026

The architectural translation of the Japanese philosophy "Ma"—the space between things—defines the spatial sequence of this 107-square-meter cafe within the dense urban context of Ramkhamhaeng. The design begins with a heavy exposed concrete counter that contrasts with the surrounding emptiness, leading into a tranquil tatami seating area organized around a traditional Irori hearth. By minimizing physical partitions and utilizing frameless openings, the architecture allows natural light and shadows to continuously reshape the interior, turning emptiness into an active component that connects users to the passing of time and the city outside.

Location
Bangkok, Thailand
Area
107 Square meter
Completion
2026
Services
Interior Design
MAJA

The interplay between cast-in-place concrete, reclaimed timber columns, and bamboo blinds creates a tactile environment where materials ground the spatial void.

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Spatial application of the Japanese philosophy "Ma"
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Contrast between exposed concrete mass and open space
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Integration of Tatami seating and traditional Irori hearth
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Frameless openings to maximize natural light and shadows
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Temporal Space
By stripping away unnecessary elements, the design successfully crafts an environment where changing shadows and raw materials dictate the atmospheric experience.
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