Ligature, 2561-ต่อเนื่อง/2018-ongoing
Bamboo and steel, 150 x 210 x 40 cm.

Bamboo is considered a magical material in the Eastern region, closely connected to people in various dimensions. It has been processed and used in many ways throughout human history. One of the most primitive structures featuring bamboo is the cottage, a small shelter for humans. This concept has become a key inspiration for thingsmatter, an interdisciplinary studio led by Savinee Buranasilapin and Tom Dannecker, a pair of architects who have jointly created over 50 projects. thingsmatter has reinterpreted bamboo to create a unique work called Ligature. This work is designed as an open pavilion with a curved arch protruding in three directions. A computer system was used to evaluate the connections of asymmetrical bamboo to form the shape. However, in the production process, every step was woven by hand along with other bonding materials, showcasing the craftsmanship that utilizes bamboo’s flexibility to interact with various spaces. This makes the work easily transportable to different locations, with its meaning changing according to the context of each site.
Ligature was first created at the annual event of the Association of Siamese Architects (ASA) before being disassembled and reassembled for exhibition at the first Bangkok Art Biennale. Jim Thompson Farm served as the final residence for this work, establishing a connection with the vast landscape and ancient wooden houses, bridging the gap between urban and rural areas.

thingsmatter is an interdisciplinary studio based in Bangkok. Founded by Savinee Buranasilapin ,a Thai designer and artist, and Tom Dannecker, an American artist and designer, the studio initially focused on temporary interventions in commercial spaces. They presented issues related to consumerism through the use of various creative materials, exhibiting at department stores or product fairs to emphasize the issue of consumption within these spaces. Their work has expanded to encompass a variety of methods, from temporary events to permanent architecture and residential buildings. With a growing interest in the culture of architecture and non-durable materials, thingsmatter began to shift its focus from general construction to a more artistic approach.