COLLECTION

Nature is a great source of inspirations for
The PARQ Collection seeing that it is related to innate and intrinsic qualities of all creations. The collection is curated with a focus on nonverbal communications to internal feelings so as to reconnect urban lives with nature in a seamless manner and offer soothing and gentle sensations. Artists were invited to interpret and realise the idea into site-specific art pieces that are made of natural materials, blend with the surroundings or imitate natural features and phenomenon.

Pleasant and restorative environments are fundamental elements that could enhance one’s mental well-being and work performance. Either daily encounters or an intended short break from work, exposure to art is associated with relief from stress and mental fatigue as it could help refresh, recharge and refocus.

Kuer Koon is a Thai term standing for support and nurture. As working and living are two forces that support and complement each other,

the organic shape of the sculpture reflects the fluidity and connectivity of the forces, conveying strength yet achieving balance. Kuer Koon tells a story of desired high quality of life.

Sturdy yet fluid, the stainless-steel sculpture with mirror finish surface was created by Pongsatat Uaiklang (Dong) who has a background in sculpture from the Faculty of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts, Silpakorn University and a broad experience with multi-scale art pieces and diverse types of materials, such as bronze, stainless steel, fiberglass, metal and rattan. His sculptures have been displayed at numerous prime spots in Bangkok and also at other Thai and international locations, ranging from office towers, retail spaces, hotels and residential buildings.

Artist photo: Courtesy of Pongsatat Uaiklang
Artwork photos: Tanapol Kaewpring
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Aor Sutthiprapha, a Bangkok-based ceramic artist and designer, is a contemplative ceramics practitioner who associates her passion for clay with meditation by exploring the interrelation between mental capacity and potential within herself. Her contemporary ceramic works are often seen as concrete evidences of her internal dialogues that occur throughout the time-consuming and repetitive working processes.

The cradle-to-cradle design concept refers to a healthy and safe approach to the design of products and their life cycles. Influenced by this, Colossal was first created in 2016 for the REPAPER Exhibition and later became a prototype of The Cradle, the unique collection of ceramic sculptures at The PARQ.

Weft down from the ceiling of the lift halls with a subtle impression, Aor developed The Cradle collection, as a metaphor for the cradle-to-cradle design concept, to convey an idea of a place, a process or an event where something originates, grows and flourishes. The artwork showcases the beauty of the natural material with different interpretations for each hall.

Roots (East Wing)

Shaped in the form of a tree’s roots drawing water from the earth, Roots reveals what is often overlooked. Strength comes from deep within. Supported by strong roots, the building, too, is like a tree. 

Interweaving (West Wing)

Interweaving symbolises a space where many lives weave together. Full of warm comradery and boundless creativity, people from all walks of life are harmoniously connected.

The creation of The Cradle is challenging owing to the scale, delicate craft techniques and time-consuming handmade processes. Each small piece was weighed one by one and made for its specific position, in consonance with the designed colour pattern. As ceramic is a sensitive material, only artists with exceptional skills can create these shapes because the results after the sintering is hard to predict.

Aor’s ceramics have been exhibited at various Thai and international venues, such as Singapore, China, Japan, Sweden, Belgium and USA. She is a member of International Academy of Ceramics (IAC). Also, Aor has been invited to join several artist-in-residence programmes abroad.

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Artwork photos: Tanapol Kaewpring
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The Cocoon, created to imitate natural cocoon – a silky case surrounding and protecting certain insects during the pupal stage – serves as a little hideout in a chaotic metropolitan where passers-by are welcome to take a seat to find peace and a break from their busy day.

The Cocoon was created by Sanitas Studio, a landscape design and art studio conducted by Sanitas Pradittasnee who is specialised in the creation of striking art installations, landscape and sculptural projects.

Beyond the landscape architecture and fine arts boundaries, Sanitas Studio’s projects usually raise awareness about the environment and sustainability with an intention to minimise man-made architecture while highlighting everchanging nature. The Cocoon shows the contrast of city and nature which can harmoniously coexist. The reflective material of the outer shell is carefully chosen to take identity from what it reflects, blending into both natural and man-made surroundings. 

The aspiration of Sanitas Studio is to encourage people to question the relationship between human and nature as well as their responsibility to the earth.

The sound of bells can be heard when the wind blows. Sanitas cast the bells herself to get the shape which match the structure. The technique adopted by the artist is a local method that has been practiced for over 200 years in Ban Pa-Ao Village, Ubon Ratchathani Province.

Sanitas Studio’s works have been on display at local and international venues and events, including Bangkok Art Biennale and Bangkok Art & Culture Centre, Busan Sea Art Festival (South Korea).

Artist photo: Courtesy of Sanitas Pradittasnee
Artwork photos: Tanapol Kaewpring
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DRIFT, the Dutch art and design duo, works on experiential sculptures, installations and performances, always seeking unique links between nature, human and technology which have become major inspirations for their site-specific installations and interactive sculptures.

A pulse is a sign of life, and Amplitude represents that of birds. Hovering rhythmically over the lobby halls, Amplitude portrays a flock of birds and reflects mankind’s fascination with flight.

Together with digital synchronisation, each element has a small weight to shift the balance of the glass wings to create different movements, giving an impression of the birds flying smoothly in slow motion. Each bird performs its movement as an individual but together they work as a collective group.

Amplitude does not incorporate any light but spectacularly highlighting the reflection of external and natural light sources.

DRIFT was established by Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta in 2007 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Started with product and furniture design, their works have remarkably evolved and increased in scale and impact. Their installations have been exhibited at leading museums, art fairs and institutes worldwide, including Victoria & Albert Museum (UK), The Metropolitan Museum of Art (USA), Venice Biennale (Italy) and Shanghai Contemporary Art Fair (China).

Artwork photos: Tanapol Kaewpring
Artist photo: Courtesy of DRIFT: Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta. Photo by Teska van Overbeeke
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Music: Wannarit Pongprayoon
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DRIFT, the Dutch art and design duo, works on experiential sculptures, installations and performances, always seeking unique links between nature, human and technology which have become major inspirations for their site-specific installations and interactive sculptures.

Meadow, a set of upside-down blooming flowers, reminds the viewers of the sensational character of natural growth processes and the impermanence of constantly changing seasons. 

While man-made objects tend to have a static form, everything natural in this world, including people, is subject to continual metamorphosis and adaptation to their surroundings. Meadow is the result of DRIFT’s examination on how an inanimate object can mimic those changes that express characters and emotions. 

Accompanied by the soft hues of light, the tasteful colour gradients were painted on the fabric. The palette was custom designed to be subtle and minimalistic to achieve the depth and refinement that resembles nature.

Meadow reacts to people as if they were the sun. Its petals open and close in a poetic choreography that is in harmony with the background music. The flowers offer the retail area a lively and cheerful atmosphere and create the experience of a botanical creature that naturally engages the viewer.

DRIFT was established by Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta in 2007 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Started with product and furniture design, their works have remarkably evolved and increased in scale and impact. Their installations have been exhibited at leading museums, art fairs and institutes worldwide, including Victoria & Albert Museum (UK), The Metropolitan Museum of Art (USA), Venice Biennale (Italy) and Shanghai Contemporary Art Fair (China).

Artwork photos: Tanapol Kaewpring
Artist photo: Courtesy of DRIFT: Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta. Photo by Teska van Overbeeke
Video: Studio Blow Up
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