TFCR CHAING RAI CAMPUS

Mixed–use

The TCFF Chiangrai Facility is envisioned as a modern production and research complex designed to support the next phase of growth for TCFF in northern Thailand. Set within the open landscapes of Chiangrai, the project responds to its surroundings with clarity, proportion, and an architectural language that balances industrial performance with human-centered design. The concept begins with a focus on geometric order and operational efficiency. Production halls, storage zones, logistics platforms, and support offices are arranged along a clear, linear spine that organizes circulation for both people and goods. This spatial clarity ensures smooth operational flow—minimizing conflict between delivery routes, staff movement, and technical processes. The building functions as a precise system, yet remains adaptable for future expansion. A defining gesture of the TCFF Chiangrai Facility is its integration of landscape and climate-responsive design. Wide eaves, deep shading planes, and a rhythm of vertical fins help mitigate heat and glare, transforming what is traditionally a closed industrial box into a breathable, light-filled facility. The façade adopts a layered strategy, creating visual depth and signaling a contemporary identity aligned with TCFF’s brand. Green buffers, planted berms, and internal courtyards soften the large scale of the building and introduce a sense of calmness into the work environment. Staff zones—lounges, training rooms, collaborative corners—receive ample daylight and framed views of the surrounding Chiangrai hills, reinforcing a connection to nature even in an industrial setting. Materiality is chosen for durability and precision. High-performance cladding, concrete structures, and robust interior finishes provide longevity and low maintenance, while select areas incorporate warmer materials—wood accents, textured plasters—to create welcoming spaces for staff gatherings and visitor tours. Inside, the architecture supports both technical rigor and people-focused comfort. Production areas maintain strict operational standards, while office and staff areas feature warm minimalism and clear proportions to cultivate a sense of ease. Circulation is intuitive, signage is clear, and every part of the building reflects a commitment to clarity and functionality. In its final expression, the TCFF Chiangrai Facility embodies Atelier of Architects’ belief that even industrial architecture can elevate the quality of life when designed with purpose, simplicity, and environmental sensitivity. It is a building that performs with efficiency, communicates with modern clarity, and fosters a workplace that supports innovation, pride, and long-term growth.

CLIENT
THAI-CHINA FLAVORS AND FRAGRANCES INDUSTRY COMPANY LIMITED
LOCATION
Chiang Rai, Thailand
SIZE
10,000 SQ.M.
APPOINTMENT
2024
COMPLETION
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CONSTRUCTION COST
-
STATUS
in-progress
DESIGN TEAM
  • Saksit Wadkien
  • Chanapa Wongsoong
  • Pimchanok Sanguansak
  • Kussalin Phongkhaw
  • Nattawat Dangwilai
ATELIER
OF
ARCHITECTS