AMPHAWA ROW-HOUSES

Abstract

An architects, we tend to speak about man’s need (function) for shelter from the
environment and security from his enemies – is as a product of the building process
involving the use of materials, construction and technology, developed within the constraint
of the site, climate and environment, financial, labour and skills. Through the years and
centuries this architecture has the ability to carry out diverse functions and form.
Concerning heritage conservation and management, the Amphawa water-based community
conservation has something absolutely refreshing, towards the means and purpose of preserving
its heritage in holistic manner. With the strong support from the local community and Amphawa
Municipality, the preservation project by the Faculty of Architecture, Chulalongkorn University
(C.U.), the Thai Cultural Environment Project (TCEP) and the Danish International
Development Assistance (DANIDA) have succeeded in turning the place into a well conserved
yet vibrant community. However, the test of time will tell whether the project is sustainable –
as monitoring and maintenance are essential to sustain the project in a long term.