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The In-Between Arts Festival 2016

By livingasean
November 25, 2016
ART,CULTURE,HAPPENING,SPECIAL SCOOP

The In-Between Arts Festival 2016 is being held at the Hin Bus Depot Art Center, A heritage building in Penang from November 26 to 30, 2016

/// Malaysia ///

Information : http://www.hinbusdepot.com

#HinbetweenAF

What we eat tells a story not just about us as individuals, but also about the histories that make up our wider culture. Food is thus intimately linked to the arts. The IbAF works in partnership with other organizations in Penang to foster collaborations between artists and food professionals. By approaching food through art, and by highlighting the artistry of food, the IbAF frames itself as stimulating and inspiring: a positive approach that gets people thinking about the role of food in our society and leads to innovative ideas about people’s everyday lifestyle choices.

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The festival’s location in Penang allows us to take advantage of the island’s resources as a centre of artistic creation as well as its global reputation as a magnet for high-quality food. At its core, this year’s IbAF creates a platform to demonstrate the uniqueness of local food and art through the notion of sustainability. Following the food chain from farm to fork, we address the production, distribution, preparation and consumption of food. In doing so, festival goers come together to support locally harvested food products and culinary traditions, and raise awareness of living healthier lifestyles.

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The IbAF 2016 organizes an enticing program of events, including mouth-watering food presentations, a variety of food and art workshops, a food zine exhibition, a bookstall and more. At the same time, it offers an opportunity to showcase small businesses and artists to help them flourish and reach a wider clientele. The sheer variety of exciting activities will also further enhance the attractiveness of Penang’s food and art culture in the long run.

Living ASEAN’s Picks / Baanlaesuan Fair 2016

By livingasean
November 3, 2016
SPECIAL SCOOP,SPOTLIGHT

The Baanlaesuan Fair 2016 takes pride in being your one-stop home expo offering a full array of quality goods, services, and solutions to your home improvement needs. Here you will find everything, from cool furniture to exquisite decor items to gorgeous selections of plants, and the list goes on.

/// Thailand ///

Story: Bundaree Deewong /// Photo: Sungwan Phratem

Whether you are in the market for home and gardening supplies or electrical appliances or building materials, the 2016 event has it all. For easy shopping, each zone is clearly defined, offering distinctive arrays of new ideas that best suit your every need. Living ASEAN is on hand to highlight the information that will pique your interest.

Craftsmanship and modern design are inextricably linked. It is up to the designer to incorporate them in both planning and production stages. And it shows in the marketplace.

1. Made for everyday use, this set of ceramic crockery by Dek-Din is bewitchingly beautiful.

2. Nothing goes to waste. These ingenious gadgets by Dog Dream are among fantastic decor items made from recycled materials.

3. For those enthusiastic about frames, there are plenty of creative ideas from Ease.

4. Inspired by wrought iron designs, these earthenware pieces are beautifully handcrafted by Srinlim.

5. Communicating meanings through shapes, colors, and textures, this “College Art Framework” is by Element Eden.

6. Created by Citrus Limetta Fabric, these cute throw pillows and a matching tote bag are inspired by native flowers of Thailand.

7. Known as “Metallic 3D Wall Modular,” these pyramid-shaped décor ideas are from 3D Surface.

8. “Anu” lamp made of cassava fiber, designed by Anon Pairot, by Eqologist

Photo: Eqologist

9. If rope knitting and woven fabrics are for you, these handcrafted chairs from Corner 43 are just awesome.

10. Steel Outdoor Chair with Rope Knitting by Corner 43

Garden of Enchanted Mist / Baanlaesuan Fair 2016

By livingasean
November 3, 2016
HAPPENING,SPECIAL SCOOP

There is an inspiring garden covered in enchanted mist. It is on display right now at the Baanlaesuan Fair 2016 Garden Zone. Come by and be amazed by a plethora of ideas for using plants in everything you do, be it nurseries, gardening, or landscape design. Now is the best time to pay us a visit if you are looking for gorgeous selections of plants, gardening tools, outdoor furniture, landscape supplies, and much more.

/// Thailand ///

Story: Bundaree Deewong /// Photo: Sitthisak Namkham

The marquee event is set under the theme “Enchanted Mist / Stories in the Fog.” Inspired by His Majesty the King’s sufficiency economy philosophy, the green space features new tricks in growing vegetables, from traditional raised beds to vertical gardening. So, step in to the world of imagination, explore plenty of green ideas, and take home complimentary vegetable seeds. Here are some of the highlights.

Living Zone

The welcome area showcases a beautiful water garden adorned with a lion head sculpture. Tired of walking? Then drop into the counter bar corner to rejuvenate your body and mind.

Shelter Terrace

In the story garden, there is a big moving cage for those who love adventures. Constructed of raw materials, it is there to provide protection during a journey through the woods.

Exciting Catwalk

Take a walk through a forest of cacti and succulents that make great landscaping plants.

Herbal Beds

The backyard garden is there to impress you with many herbs and vegetables.

Swing Patio

There is a big swing on the wooden terrace. From here a big lion cage can be seen through a hole in the rock cliff face.

Mark your calendar. The annual BaanLaeSuan Fair is going on until November 9, 2016. Follow us on Living ASEAN, where we keep you posted on latest developments at the exhibition. As always, we hope that you find your visit an enchanting one. Be there.

link: http://www.baanlaesuan.com/

Living with Nature / Baanlaesuan Fair 2016 Show House

By livingasean
November 2, 2016
HAPPENING,SPECIAL SCOOP

Show houses have always been the most interesting highlights at BaanLaeSuan Fair. This year, the main attraction features sustainable design focusing on symbiotic relationships between life and nature. It is inspired by one of the philosophies of HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

/// Thailand ///

Photos: Soopakorn Srisakul

From afar, it looks like a hillside covered in verdant vegetation. But a closer look reveals a uniquely designed home carved into an awesome landscape mimicking rice terraces. The well-defined integration appears to be the living embodiment of His Majesty’s “Three Forests, Four Benefits” concept.

Herbal plants double its use as hanging decorations.

Plants grown on the terrace steps and other useful gimmicks encourage people to exercise more to sustain and improve health and physical fitness. Gardening at different elevations requires walking up and down these steps, which burn calories in the process. Getting around on bicycles instead of cars is another useful shtick.

In the living area, floor cushions work as well as a nice sofa.

Every step of the way, the terraces serve different purposes. At a higher altitude, they provide a lush oasis that showcases the home’s front façade. At lower elevations, they provide steps for easy access that don’t intrude on the landscape. The lower terraces also offer spaces for a chessboard-equipped patio, where people can sit back, relax, or enjoy their favorite game.

A hint of greenery blends into the bedroom.

The house interior is reminiscent of rock-cut architecture carved into the hillside slope. Yet it is well lit and airy. The living room is decorated with wood furniture in natural hues. The area features an LCD screen showing the King perform his noble missions. Patches of greenery abound if you look for spots to give your eyes a good break.

The house is surrounded by trees and plants to blur the boundary between the outside and the inside.

The en-suite bedroom comes furnished with white net curtains in the background. The area boasts clean, simple design. The only decorations are framed photographs of recommended useful plants, such as the Indian rubber tree, the fiddle leaf fig tree, and other species known for their ability to absorb toxic chemicals and help purify air in the room.

At the far end of the interior stand a small kitchen, a dining room, and a kitchen garden. This section is created to show the benefits of having homegrown vegetables and fruits. Not only are they non-toxic. But they also generate incomes for agriculturists and reduce pollutions in the process.

A small pathway leading to the kitchen is also a playground for children.

The show house is open to the public at BAANLAESUAN Fair until November 6, 2016. Drop in on us, and you will find an inspiration or two for your next home improvements project. Be there.

Electrical wires are well-kept in the ceiling, hidden from eyesight.

A chess board is installed here at the foot of the hill.

A microscope is on display inside for children so they can learn more about the nature and have fun at the same time.

Manila FAME 2016

By livingasean
October 29, 2016
CULTURE,DESIGN,HAPPENING,SPECIAL SCOOP

This year’s Manila FAME Exhibition features objects of handicraft from a regional collaboration project. The landmark event is being held under the theme,
ASEAN Design to the World.

/// The Philippines ///

Story: Rush Pleansuk /// Photos: Teerapong Thammacharoen

A strikingly beautiful mirror on wooden frame

A Schema lamp exhibition /A new collection by Kenneth Cobonpue — A Schema lamp exhibition /// A new collection by Kenneth Cobonpue

The “ASEAN Design to the World” exhibition is the product of collaboration among five regional member countries.

Highlights of the exhibition are beautiful products of collaboration among regional members, such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.

Each country has its unique ways of transforming local materials into beautiful works of handicraft. Such are taking place within the ASEAN region, where member countries have come together and integrated their efforts in a project called “Improving the Current Status of ASEAN Master Craft Designers.” They also reached out to collaborate with other experts in the field.

It’s about repurposing. This eye-catching stool made of bamboo basketry is by Phanida Prommetta of the ASEAN Master Craft Program.

A metal lampshade from Indonesia is curate by Lim Masulin.

Inspired by shadow play, this lampshade from Thailand is designed by Rush Pleansuk of the ASEAN Master Craft Program.

From Thailand, Teerapong Thammacharoen of the ASEAN Master Craft Program crafted this chandelier out of bamboo basketry.

An eye-catching object of handicraft is the product of collaboration with Peruvian’s designer Nelson Sepulveda. The design is pure and simple with a naive charm. Rough natural textures are preserved. Sepulveda recycles local wastes, i.e. coconut leaves, pineapple-fiber papers and abaca plants. It’s amazing how he develops found materials into furniture that fits in well with contemporary lifestyle and residential spaces.

Inspired by techniques from the shadow play, these leather screens are by Chalan Thawornukulphong from Thailand.

Also from Thailand, a red coffee table comes in the form a wild boar’s head, by Sasiwimol Chalearmrith of the ASEAN Master Craft Program.

Fashion modern chairs in mock-up settings by Budij Layug — Fashion modern chairs in mock-up settings by Budji Layug

Frontal view of the Citem exhibition by Nelson Sepulveda

The Citem exhibition by Nelson Sepulveda

Citem exhibition designs by Nelson Sepulveda

The “ASEAN Design to the World” booth features woven fabrics by Awika Samukraman.

This year, Budij Layug has put on another interesting exhibition in the Philippines. His selections and perspectives not only offer home décor items, but also fuse with fashionable influences. Equally intriguing are “Lucent Objects,” a design exhibition by the Design Center of the Philippines in association with Stanley Ruiz. Here lampshades are produced from different natural materials. A lovely touch of creativity comes in the form of a lampshade made of fiber from the coconut shell. The ingenious design aims to reduce adverse effects on the environment. In the process, toxic chemicals are avoided as best as possible.

Meantime, the Peacock Chair Redux Exhibition gives a new meaning to the iconic chair. Philippine designers develop these innovative designs based on the original Peacock Chair using a variety of techniques and materials.

Creative Economy on Culture by SACICT // Thailand BIG+BIH 2016

By livingasean
October 22, 2016
CULTURE,DESIGN,HAPPENING,SPECIAL SCOOP

In this year’s Thailand BIG + BIH 2016, we explored SACICT exhibition on developing Thai’s handicraft to global level and integrating different body of knowledge together.

/// Thailand ///

Photos: SACICT

Nian, by Jaoban — Nian mirror, by Jaoban

To promote Thailand’s handicraft industry in the competitive global market, Creative Economy on Culture by SACICT (The SUPPORT Arts and Crafts International Centre of Thailand) has rolled out the following interesting projects:

Future Value of Crafts – SACICT Craft Trend forecasts trending styles of handicraft products in 2017 not only to globally promote Thai craftsmanship, but to encourage local artisans to be aware of current global fashion.

94847-copy — Future Value of Crafts Exhibition

LUXX by SACICT – Under the Touch of Nature concept, Thailand’s emerging designers are collaborating with artisans and craftsmen to create various types of fine craftwork.

Participating in LUXX by SACICT are these renowned brands; Yothaka, AYODHYA, Korakot, Jaoban, and Pin Metal Art, among many others.

To see a state-of-the-art exhibition, visit Thailand BIG+BIH 2016 during the weekend of October 22-23, 2016 at BITEC, Bangkok.

20160705_170124 — Metal pedant lights, by Pin Metal Art

Zero Mirror, by Korakot International and Hug Easy Chair, by Natural Unit

Thailand BIG+BIH 2016 / Bangkok International Gift Fair and Bangkok International Houseware

By livingasean
October 22, 2016
HAPPENING,SPECIAL SCOOP

Thailand BIG+BIH 2016 / Bangkok International Gift Fair and Bangkok International Houseware

/// Thailand ///

Story: Bundaree Deewong /// Photo: Bundaree Deewong, Sungwan Phratem

ASEAN’s International trade fair for trendy gift and lifestyle products took place from April 19^th to 23^rd, 2016 (trade Days the 19^th to 21^st, public days the 22^nd and 23^rd) at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangna, Bangkok, Thailand.

This was the 41^st edition of BIG+BIH, and it was organized under the concept “ASEAN Life+Style.” In the attractive “Fresh Taiwan,” “design lifestyle” products from Taiwanese designers were shown; “DEmark Award showcase” put on display well-designed Thai products now on the international market that had won Design Excellence prizes, and “SACICT Art & Craft” exhibited Thai folk arts and crafts products representing “Thainess” from local design traditions. The fair also featured product exhibits that provided an excellent platform for Thai designers and new entrepreneurs to show their latest collections.

Dhanabadee, the famous ceramic shop from Lampang, Thailand

*Fresh Taiwan exhibition : design lifestyle products from Taiwanese designers*

Isan Collection : the project of the northeast design in Thailand

Oggi, wooden furniture brand in Scandinavian accent

Showcases at the fair were set out in 3 zones: BIG, BIG Design, and BIH. The most popular products of the fair were gifts and handicraft decorative items, household products, pet products and services.

About home, modern wooden furniture and lamp in sophisticated style

*Unique design lamp made of veneer wood*

Idealize shop, furniture that made of natural materials such as scrap wood and old tree stumps.

Tin Home Toy, lifestyle products which made of galvanize sheets

L-Living, decoration items for holiday homes

link: http://oct2016.bigandbih.com/

In Remembrance of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Art Exhibition

By livingasean
October 21, 2016
ART,CULTURE,HAPPENING,SPECIAL SCOOP

“In Remembrance of His Majesty, King Bhumibol Adulyadej Art Exhibition” at Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center.

/// Thailand ///

Story: Bundaree Deewong /// Photo: Peerapol Taiyaithieng

On learning the news so distressing for the Thai people regarding the passing of His Majesty the King, to honor his memory The office of Contemporary Art and Culture and twenty-nine Thai artists have put on display an exhibition of heartfelt original art in honor of His Majesty: portraits, sculpture, photographs, graphic arts, and other relevant works.

The art exhibition is open daily 10.00 am to 7.00 pm between October 18 and 30, 2016, excepting Mondays and national holidays, on the 1^st Floor at the Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center, 84 Ratchadamnoen Avenue, Bangkok, Thailand.

The name of 29 Thai Artists as follow…

Vasiree Hiranyalekha
Kitikong Tilokwattanotai
Vichit Pittayakorn
Widsanupong Noonan
Professor Kanya Charoensupkul
Suraporn Lertwongpaitoon
Kamthorn Paowattanasuk
Jutarad Phattharasirasak
Kampol Mungngam
Patipon Supanpong
Rattana Sudjarit
Santi Seedarach
Pairin Pupradup
Sakwut Wisesmanee
Anuchai Secharunputong
Wasinburee Supanichvoraparch and Aungkana Panthongka
Watchara Prayoonkam
M.L.Chiratorn Chirapravati
Somnuek Klangnok
Kriengkrai Waiyakij
Wannathanee Aphiwatthanasewee
Kamphon Khummawong
Chatchawan Dajan
Chattathan Chaipuriyanon
Natsuda Janthara
NatsudaChantara
Pornchai Sinonpat
Dinhin Rakpong-Asoke
Udom Udomsrianan

link: http://www.rcac84.com/en/art_of_the_month-detail.php?id=63

Expressing Sadness and Loss through Art

By livingasean
October 21, 2016
ART,CULTURE,HAPPENING,SPECIAL SCOOP

During this time of loss, Silpakorn art students have been expressing their sadness with some impressive paintings.

///Thailand///
Photo: Peerapol Taiyaithieng

Sometimes sadness simply must be expressed. Students from the faculty of painting, sculpture and graphic arts, Silpakorn University are responding to the passing of King Bhumibol with rare and unique originality.

While many have been unremittingly mourning in black, a total of 60 students found solace in their profession and spent three whole days painting portraits of HM the King.

Under “The Great Artist” theme, they painted nine portraits of King Bhumibol to hang on the University’s fence and put one large portrait of him on the University’s exterior wall.

Their love and respect toward King Rama IX is expressed with creativity. Each picture shows the King in a different pose, each related to his wisdom and ability in one of many fields: music, photography, sport, and so on. Sadness is depicted through colors. All these portraits of King Bhumibol were drawn and painted in Sepia tones against colored backgrounds.

As the saying goes, people grief differently, indeed.

PatPat’s Vetiver Handicraft / Thailand BIG+BIH 2016

By livingasean
October 21, 2016
CULTURE,DESIGN,SPECIAL SCOOP,SPOTLIGHT

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej proposed vetiver technology as a way to conserve soil and water. The initiative led to the setting up of the Chaipattana Foundation’s PatPat Handicrafts Project.

///Thailand///
Photographs: Sungwan Phrathep

Vetiver grass has long roots, which makes it a perfect choice for preventing soil erosion and conserving ground moisture. Since King Bhumibol first promoted its use, vetiver grass has been widely popular among agriculturists all over Thailand.

To encourage roots to development, vetiver grass needs to be cut often. As a result, the Chaipattana foundation under HM the King’s patronage has developed PatPat handicraft products from vetiver grass cuttings as a way to increase incomes for farmers.

Vetiver prevents soil surface from eroding. — Vetiver prevents soil surfaces from eroding. *(Courtesy of PatPat)*

PatPat furniture and decorative items are handmade by local farmers from different provinces. With help from PatPat development teams, designs are kept minimal, with sometimes a hint of color where needed.

PatPat vetiver collection is currently on exhibit and available for purchase at the Thailand BIG+BIH exhibition, October 22-23, 2016. Optionally, you can also call PatPat at 02-282-6406 for more details.

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The In-Between Arts Festival 2016

The In-Between Arts Festival 2016 is being held at the Hin Bus Depot Art Center, A heritage building in Penang from November 26 to 30, 2016

Living ASEAN’s Picks / Baanlaesuan Fair 2016

The Baanlaesuan Fair 2016 takes pride in being your one-stop home expo offering a full array of quality goods, services, and solutions to your home improvement needs. Here you will find everything, from cool furniture to exquisite decor items to gorgeous selections of plants, and the list goes on.

Garden of Enchanted Mist / Baanlaesuan Fair 2016

Living with Nature / Baanlaesuan Fair 2016 Show House

Show houses have always been the most interesting highlights at BaanLaeSuan Fair. This year, the main attraction features sustainable design focusing on symbiotic relationships between life and nature. It is inspired by one of the philosophies of HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

Manila FAME 2016

This year’s Manila FAME Exhibition features objects of handicraft from a regional collaboration project. The landmark event is being held under the theme,
ASEAN Design to the World.

Creative Economy on Culture by SACICT // Thailand BIG+BIH 2016

In this year’s Thailand BIG + BIH 2016, we explored SACICT exhibition on developing Thai’s handicraft to global level and integrating different body of knowledge together.

Thailand BIG+BIH 2016 / Bangkok International Gift Fair and Bangkok International Houseware

Thailand BIG+BIH 2016 / Bangkok International Gift Fair and Bangkok International Houseware

In Remembrance of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Art Exhibition

“In Remembrance of His Majesty, King Bhumibol Adulyadej Art Exhibition” at Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center.

Expressing Sadness and Loss through Art

During this time of loss, Silpakorn art students have been expressing their sadness with some impressive paintings.

PatPat’s Vetiver Handicraft / Thailand BIG+BIH 2016

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej proposed vetiver technology as a way to conserve soil and water. The initiative led to the setting up of the Chaipattana Foundation’s PatPat Handicrafts Project.

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Blog : SPECIAL SCOOP

The In-Between Arts Festival 2016 is being held at the Hin Bus Depot Art Center, A heritage building in Penang from November 26 to 30, 2016

The Baanlaesuan Fair 2016 takes pride in being your one-stop home expo offering a full array of quality goods, services, and solutions to your home improvement needs. Here you will find everything, from cool furniture to exquisite decor items to gorgeous selections of plants, and the list goes on.

Show houses have always been the most interesting highlights at BaanLaeSuan Fair. This year, the main attraction features sustainable design focusing on symbiotic relationships between life and nature. It is inspired by one of the philosophies of HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

This year’s Manila FAME Exhibition features objects of handicraft from a regional collaboration project. The landmark event is being held under the theme, ASEAN Design to the World.

In this year’s Thailand BIG + BIH 2016, we explored SACICT exhibition on developing Thai’s handicraft to global level and integrating different body of knowledge together.

Thailand BIG+BIH 2016 / Bangkok International Gift Fair and Bangkok International Houseware

“In Remembrance of His Majesty, King Bhumibol Adulyadej Art Exhibition” at Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center.

During this time of loss, Silpakorn art students have been expressing their sadness with some impressive paintings.

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej proposed vetiver technology as a way to conserve soil and water. The initiative led to the setting up of the Chaipattana Foundation’s PatPat Handicrafts Project.

This year’s Manila FAME Exhibition features objects of handicraft from a regional collaboration project. The landmark event is being held under the theme,
ASEAN Design to the World.