A fusion of old & new at Kaomai Museums in Chiang Mai

In Chiang Mai, the Kaomai Museums, a project conceived by PAVA Architects, stands as a testament to the fusion of Thailand’s rich architectural and cultural heritage with modern functionality.

The museums offer a captivating narrative that bridges the past and the present. The restoration process, meticulously executed, breathed new life into a cluster of colonial-era warehouses. These historical structures, once disused and decaying, have been reimagined as dynamic spaces that house a museum, art gallery, and research centre.

Pongthep Sagulku, the lead architect explained the project.

“Our goal was to preserve the original character of the buildings while incorporating modern design elements to create functional spaces.”

The successful transformation of the Kaomai Museums underscores the importance of Thailand’s architectural and cultural…