Tantaitattooer Atelier
Taling Chan, Bangkok
2021 — 2024
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Designed in close collaboration with its owner—a tattoo artist renowned for his meticulous craft—the project aims to not only function but also raise the bar of the craft and redefine the tattoo experience. The atelier is envisioned less as a place for procedure and more as a sanctuary for self-expression, personal narrative, and creativity.
Conceived to feel both private and elevated, the atelier conveys a sense of exclusivity, ritual, and mystery. Moreover, the atelier embraces light and shadow interplay with a biophilic approach, departing from the typical tropes of dark, enclosed tattoo parlours. Through a concealed entrance to the atelier, visitors are greeted by a dramatic double-height volume that serves as a spatial centerpiece. This verticality draws the eye upwards and is thoughtfully connected to an internal courtyard. These gestures invite natural light and greenery into the composition, tempering the strict interior with touches of delicacy and life. A selection of dark, inky tones across various materials is intentionally curated to pay homage to the artist’s medium.
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Architect: SSAA
Interior Designer: SSAA
Landscape Designer: SSAA
Structural Engineer: Keystone Consultants
Main Contractor: PCM Built
Landscape Contractor: Plibai Garden
Photographer: Chakkraphob Sermphasit (AACS)