Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Project Type: Interior Design
Completion: 2016
Design team: Pitupong Chaowakul, Yupadee Suvisith
Photograph: W Workspace
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Hubba, the trailblazing co-working space operator, is back with a bang! Partnering with Sansiri, one of Thailand’s top developers, they’re out to create a co-working utopia that’s light-years ahead of their first space. Nestled in Habito, Sansiri's swanky new mall smack dab in the middle of their bustling residential hub, Hubba’s latest venture is all about cranking up the creativity. They’ve reimagined the traditional workspace, giving birth to the “Artisan Space”—a place where “making” and “working” collide in the most exciting way.
This isn’t just any co-working space. Picture this: a pottery studio where you can get your hands dirty, a wood workshop for your inner carpenter, an open kitchen for culinary magic, and even a photography darkroom to develop your masterpieces. There’s also a screening room perfect for lectures, workshops, and seminars. It’s a vibrant playground designed to boost Hubba’s already expansive network, cement their status as the ultimate “hub,” and supercharge their co-working philosophy.
Now, let’s talk design. Hubba-to’s look was born from a cheeky twist on Hubba’s original logo. We took those networking lines and went wild with them, extending and multiplying them to create a dynamic flow across the ground and second floors. Here’s the kicker: instead of hiding the necessary M&E (mechanical and electrical) lines, we decided to flaunt them. We organized these conduits in a bold, turquoise hue, turning them into a striking visual feature that dances through the space.
In most projects, M&E elements are a designer’s nightmare, something to be concealed. But at Hubba-to, we flipped the script and made them the star of the show. These lines aren’t just functional; they’re fabulous, transforming into playful, integrated ornaments that add a splash of color and whimsy to the entire space. It’s a bold, fun move that embodies Hubba’s spirit of innovation and creativity.
By rethinking what a co-working space can be, Hubba and Sansiri have created a whimsical wonderland where creativity and productivity go hand in hand. The Artisan Space at Habito isn’t just a place to work—it’s an energetic, living ecosystem bursting with color, creativity, and a touch of madness. It’s proof that when ambition meets collaboration, and design dares to defy the norm, magic happens.