JEDI – WIHARN – LARNTHAM

Mr.Tawan Wongsawan

Introduction :

From the need to build a pagoda temple for enshrine the Jadeite Buddha, including the improvement of the Wiharn of Somdej Ong Pathom along with adjusting the front entrance courtyard area. It is the origin of the Chedi – Wihan – Lan Tham design project. The design concept aims to create Buddhist architecture that reflects Thainess in a universal way & Thainess is so simple.

Objectives:

From the need to build a pagoda temple for enshrine the Jadeite Buddha, including the improvement of the Wiharn of Somdej Ong Pathom along with adjusting the front entrance courtyard area. It is the origin of the Chedi – Wihan – Lan Tham design project.

Methodology:

The design concept aims to create Buddhist architecture that reflects Thainess in a universal way and shows Dharma – Nature – Ordinary.

– The front courtyard has been renovated into a meditation courtyard that is simple and harmoniously with nature.

– Wihan Ong Somdet Phra Pathom use the original layout. The entrance is a contemporary simple gable shape.

– Temple of the Jade Buddha designed to be accessible from all directions. The top is a replica of Phra That Kham Kaen which is a priceless pagoda of Khon Kaen Province.