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Issue 62 - Living in the Environment Issue

Issue 62

Living in the Environment Issue

Issue 62 is the first issue of the year and always a great time to put our best foot forward. With Adam Goodrum, the loveliest man in design, as Guest Editor, we draw on his insights as a furniture designer, artist and educator to look at the makers shaping our design world. Sustainability has never been more important, and increasingly this is a consideration from the start with projects designed to address their immediate environment as well as the longevity of the planet. From the coldest winters to the most tropical of summers, addressing how we live in the environment is crucial to creating the perfect home.

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HQ Hostel

Thailand

An impossible dream for the discerning traveller becomes a
reality – budget accommodation and design come together in bustling Bangkok.


In the past, the word ‘hostel’ and the thought of travelling
on a budget in Bangkok conjured images of flea-ridden mattresses and sweaty
dormitories.

HQ Hostel offers a new boutique accommodation. With all the
standard elements in place – handy location, 24/7 check-in and check-out, free
internet and breakfast – the emphasis on design is a standout feature.

The architects set out to create a unique experience for
travellers, within the context of a commercial building that maintains the
harmony of the street façade.

In essence, the hostel operates as a large, temporary home,
with both public and private spaces and all the considerations for the complex
social dynamics that shared living requires. Great attention was paid to the planning
of space and circulation, the building’s drilled aluminium composite façade
creating privacy during the day and moving beams of light at night.

Rather than try to deny or disguise the fact that hostel
design must consider space efficiency, HQ celebrates this as a positive
aspect, with the internal planning and colour palette inspired by the traditional
Japanese Ryokan.

The interior finishes are simple and feature robust
materials honestly exposed, such as cement, brick and steel, which are combined
with thoughtful details such as quality cotton bed sheets and pillows, to
create a more valuable experience for the discerning traveller on a budget.

A range of dormitories and double rooms are available, all
with different design elements, to accommodate for Design Hunters™ of all
budgets.


HQ Hostel

5/3-4 Silom Soi 3 (Soi Phiphat), Silom Road, Bangruk,
Bangkok Thailand
(66) 02 233 1598
hqhostel.com

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Issue 62 - Living in the Environment Issue

Issue 62

Living in the Environment Issue

Issue 62 is the first issue of the year and always a great time to put our best foot forward. With Adam Goodrum, the loveliest man in design, as Guest Editor, we draw on his insights as a furniture designer, artist and educator to look at the makers shaping our design world. Sustainability has never been more important, and increasingly this is a consideration from the start with projects designed to address their immediate environment as well as the longevity of the planet. From the coldest winters to the most tropical of summers, addressing how we live in the environment is crucial to creating the perfect home.

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