95 Pridi 25 is a mid-century, two-story house located in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area. This house showcases several elements typical of the Thai houses built during that period: a low-sloped roof, vertical brise-soleils, wooden doors and windows, rough mountain stone wall cladding, and iron security grilles. The latter element, uniquely patterned to each house, was commonly placed between the outer glazed openings and the inner insect screen, serving as a necessary feature for tropical residences in the hot and humid climate.

Our goal is to preserve and highlight these original features, ensuring they continue to serve their functions while modernizing the 5BR, 5Bath facilities. We reposition some of the security grilles to create distinct new-old front facades. Their original pattern is emphasized, and the material changed from iron to aluminum for easier maintenance. Removing certain grilles and adding contemporary security measures help lighten up the interior environment.

All original parquet flooring that remains in good condition is preserved; replacement is from reused hardwood planks. By removing the low gypsum board ceiling over the main living + dining area, we expose the original hardwood floor and joists above and increase the overall ceiling height. Most of the wooden door and window frames are refurbished and reused.

Aluminum fabrication photos courtesy of RES (formerly KUN Decorate)