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Bamboosaurus Studio designs Satimi.sook, an ice cream<\/a><\/strong> shop<\/a><\/strong> located on Thailand\u2019s<\/a><\/strong> Koh Phangan, to reinterpret the site\u2019s former coconut grove through architecture that integrates with its natural and cultural context. The project emphasizes continuity between built form and landscape, using local references to shape both structure and atmosphere. The design concept originates from the geometry and rhythm of the coconut palms that once occupied the site. Structural columns are placed in alignment with the original tree positions, maintaining a spatial rhythm that connects the new structure to its ecological history. A low-gable roof, derived from local vernacular architecture, responds to the tropical climate by reducing wind pressure during monsoon seasons while reinforcing the building\u2019s contextual identity.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Bamboo<\/a><\/strong> defines the project\u2019s architectural character, appearing in columns, partial walls, and roof detailing. The material\u2019s tactile quality and local availability establish a visual and material link to the island\u2019s environment. To ensure long-term durability in a tropical setting, bamboo is paired with steel<\/a><\/strong> framing, cement<\/a><\/strong> board, insulated metal sheets, and glass<\/a><\/strong> blocks. This combination allows for efficient construction and improved resistance to humidity and weather exposure.<\/p>\n the site is a former coconut grove, interspersed with various native trees | all images by Sarawin Kawin<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Inside, the structural system merges a steel framework with timber framing and overlapping wood cladding to create a warm, cohesive environment. The street-facing facade, composed of timber, bamboo grids, and glass blocks, reflects the vertical rhythm of nearby trees and introduces filtered natural light into the interior. To reduce environmental disruption, the design team<\/a><\/strong> at Bamboosaurus Studio employs galvanized helical piles instead of traditional concrete foundations. This lightweight system is well-suited to the island\u2019s sandy soil, allowing for quick installation without vibration or heavy excavation, thereby preserving nearby tree roots. The foundation system can also be dismantled and reused, minimizing construction waste and extending the building\u2019s sustainability lifecycle.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Through its structural rhythm, material composition, and adaptive foundation, Satimi.sook demonstrates how small-scale commercial architecture can engage with landscape and tradition. The project translates the character of Koh Phangan\u2019s coconut groves into a built environment that prioritizes ecological sensitivity, structural clarity, and local identity.<\/p>\n \nThe vernacular low-gabled roof form was adopted to mitigate the force of wind, thereby minimizing the risk of structural collapse or detachment during monsoon season.<\/p>\n \nThe architectural design was crafted to look less like a commercial shop and more like a \u201chome\u201d to offer users a warm, \u201chomey\u201d experience.<\/p>\n \nStructural columns mimic coconut palms and align with original tree positions, establishing architectural continuity and connection with the natural setting.<\/p>\n \nThe bamboo column structure showcases varied and effective applications, demonstrating the material\u2019s structural versatility and potential.<\/p>\n \nGalvanized Helical Piles were chosen over spread footings for the sandy soil. They allow fast, quiet installation, minimizing root disturbance and supporting sustainability through future relocation.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n project info:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n name:<\/strong> Satimi.sook Ice Cream Shop<\/p>\n architect:<\/strong> Bamboosaurus<\/a> | @bamboosaurus.studio<\/a> photographer:<\/strong> Sarawin Kawin<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n designboom has received this project from our\u00a0DIY submissions<\/span><\/a>\u00a0feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers\u00a0here.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom<\/p>\n The post bamboo-clad ice cream shop tucks within coconut grove in thailand<\/a> appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Ice Cream Shop\u2019s Bamboo columns reinterpret the coconut grove \u00a0 Bamboosaurus Studio designs Satimi.sook, an ice cream shop located on Thailand\u2019s Koh Phangan, to reinterpret the site\u2019s former coconut grove through architecture that integrates with … <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[142],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nBamboosaurus blends timber, bamboo, and steel for the design<\/h2>\n
\nlead architect:<\/strong>\u00a0Jirapong Thongseeon
\nlocation:<\/strong> Koh Phangan, Surat Thani, Thailand
\narea:<\/strong> 96 sqm<\/p>\n