As part of Bangkok Design Week 2025, designers and cross-sector collaborators are showcasing cutting-edge projects that underscore the potential of creativity to reshape cities. These works reflect how design can tackle pressing urban challenges, elevate communities, and open pathways for sustainable growth—all while reimagining Bangkok’s future as a city that thrives on innovation and inclusivity.
One
shining
example
is
“Prompt
Park“
a
collaboration
between
we!park,
the
Bangkok
Metropolitan
Administration,
and
the
Netherlands
Embassy.
This
project
transforms
unused
land
located
under
the
expressway
into
a
vibrant
public
park
for
relaxation
and
community
gatherings.
Designed
with
Dutch
expertise
in
urban
planning,
Prompt
Park
integrates
climate-resilient
features,
creating
a
functional
space
that
addresses
both
environmental
and
urban
needs.
The
park
also
features
a
Tactical
Intervention
installation
that
combines
international
urban
planning
expertise
with
creative
solutions
for
Bangkok’s
challenges.
Design
is
a
key
tool
for
addressing
Bangkok’s
urban
challenges,
particularly
those
tied
to
daily
life.
MAYDAY!
focuses
on
improving
public
transportation,
shifting
attention
this
year
from
buses
to
“Songthaews,”
Bangkok’s
iconic
shared
pickup
trucks.
Despite
their
decades
of
service,
these
vehicles
face
issues
such
as
safety,
comfort,
and
outdated
designs
that
fail
to
accommodate
all
users.
The
Songthaew
Transformation
exhibition
presents
design
solutions
that
tackle
these
problems,
offering
practical
ways
to
modernize
the
songthaew
for
all
commuters.
Design
Your
Change
+
Promoting
Environmental
Awareness
Bangkok’s
long-standing
environmental
challenges,
from
waste
management
to
limited
green
spaces,
have
inspired
innovative
design
solutions.
One
such
project
is
the
“Mega
Mat”
by
MVRDV
Architects,
created
in
collaboration
with
CEA
(Creative
Economy
Agency),
the
Netherlands
Embassy,
and
PTT
Global
Chemicals.
This
860-square-meter
recycled
plastic
mat
draws
on
traditional
Thai
mat
designs
and
transforms
plastic
waste
into
a
functional
public
installation.
Located
at
City
Hall
Square,
the
Mega
Mat
blends
Thai
heritage
with
sustainability
while
promoting
recycling
as
a
core
value.
Another
standout
project
is
“Habitat
Network”
by
AP
Thailand.
By
creating
green
spaces
to
attract
native
bird
species
through
urban
forests,
this
initiative
restores
biodiversity
in
Bangkok’s
urban
areas,
proving
that
ecological
balance
can
thrive
even
in
densely
populated
cities.
For
a
hands-on
experience,
visitors
can
join
workshops
in
Bang
Pho,
a
historic
neighborhood
celebrated
for
its
wood
industry,
to
create
“Sacred
Incense
Reinvented.”
This
activity
highlights
the
local
connection
and
sustainability
by
transforming
teak
sawdust,
a
byproduct
of
the
community,
into
sacred
offerings
for
Chao
Mae
Tuptim
Shrine.
Design
Your
Change
+
Energizing
Businesses
Through
Creativity
Creativity
is
not
just
a
tool
for
enhancing
quality
of
life
or
adding
vibrancy
to
a
city—it
is
also
a
powerful
driver
for
business
growth
and
innovation.
A
prime
example
is
NEIGHBOURMART
Bangkok,
a
marketplace
for
Bangkok
lovers
that
celebrates
local
businesses.
Created
by
CEA,
in
collaboration
with
the
design
team
at
iliU,
NEIGHBOURMART
curates
products
from
local
shops
and
nostalgic
vendors
across
the
city,
reviving
the
charm
of
traditional
grocery
stores
and
corner
shops
that
are
rapidly
disappearing.
Visitors
can
discover
vintage
items
like
Roses
brand
sweet
soy
sauce,
traditionally
fermented
in
clay
jars,
or
Mho
Mee
herbal
inhalers,
a
nostalgic
favorite
for
generations.
Another
highlight
is
Made
in
Phranakorn,
a
bold
Business
Matching
project
that
connects
creative
professionals
with
long-standing
local
businesses
in
Bangkok’s
historic
Phranakorn
district.
This
initiative
focuses
on
rebranding
and
modernizing
classic
products
while
retaining
their
authenticity.
From
heritage
restaurants
and
vintage
perfume
brands
to
classic
tea
vendors
and
traditional
snack
shops,
Made
in
Phranakorn
helps
businesses
overcome
challenges
and
unlock
new
potential
for
growth.
The
project
showcases
“The
Old
Town’s
Favorite
5”
as
a
testament
to
its
success:
-
Made
in
Phranakorn
x
Niyom
Phochana
(Sao
Chingcha)
by
UA
x
Creator
x
Niyom
Phochana
-
Made
in
Phranakorn:
Re-scented
Pranakorn
by
Eqlibrum
x
Nangloy
-
Made
in
Phranakorn
x
Yui
Pheuak
Tod
(Sao
Chingcha)
by
Jirayuth
Pongwarut
-
Made
in
Phranakorn
x
Bai
Cha
Rabbit
Mark
by
Chitsuda
Amornsak
-
Made
in
Phranakorn
x
Orkraphan
by
Uksornsanan
Finally, Creative House by CEA offers a showcase of over 60 exceptional creative businesses selected by the Creative Economy Agency (Public Organization), or CEA, in partnership with Capital, a leading business publication. This campaign, Creative House by CEA: Creativity x Business, aims to foster new business opportunities, generate revenue, and create jobs through the power of creativity.
Design
Your
Change:
Transforming
Bangkok
into
a
City
That
Leaves
No
One
Behind
Bangkok
is
embracing
its
identity
as
a
city
for
everyone—a
place
where
no
one
is
left
behind.
With
a
focus
on
inclusivity
and
innovation,
creative
projects
at
Bangkok
Design
Week
tackle
challenges
affecting
various
groups,
including
the
elderly,
children,
and
stray
animals.
One
inspiring
example
comes
from
STUDIO150,
which
addresses
a
major
shortfall
in
Thai
educational
tools.
Current
learning
aids
for
children
remain
outdated
and
ineffective.
In
response,
a
mother
teamed
up
with
designers
to
create
“Thai
Alphabet
Flashcards”
(Flashcards
Kor-Hor),
a
learning
tool
that
simplifies
the
process
of
remembering
Thai
letters
while
reducing
common
writing
errors.
By
analyzing
and
illustrating
the
unique
features
of
all
44
Thai
consonants,
the
flashcards
connect
traditional
learning
with
modern
design,
making
them
both
engaging
and
effective.
Continuing
with
a
focus
on
children,
the
“Little
more+”
exhibition
by
Keep
Right
sheds
light
on
the
hidden
stories
of
small
businesses
in
Bangkok’s
Salak
Hin
alley.
This
initiative
grew
out
of
the
“Kid
Guides
of
Salak
Hin”
project,
which
identified
a
key
issue:
many
tourists
overlook
local
businesses
due
to
unfamiliarity
or
lack
of
trust,
favoring
larger
establishments
instead.
Through
the
voices
of
young
guides,
the
exhibition
encourages
visitors
to
explore
and
support
these
small,
community-driven
businesses,
helping
them
thrive
in
a
competitive
urban
landscape.
Inclusivity
at
Bangkok
Design
Week
also
extends
to
animals
with
the
“Stand
for
Strays
:
Catsanova+
Ordinary
Little
Dogs”
initiative.
This
collaboration
between
government
agencies,
NGOs,
and
private
individuals
addresses
the
issue
of
stray
cats
and
dogs
in
urban
areas.
Eye-catching
artwork,
including
painted
cat-themed
visuals,
raises
awareness
of
the
importance
of
sterilization
and
adoption,
promoting
responsible
care
for
stray
animals.
The
program
also
facilitates
proactive
rehoming
efforts,
finding
new
families
for
animals
rescued
from
municipal
shelters.
As
aging
is
an
inevitable
part
of
life,
the
design
team
at
RISE
IMPACT
has
created
the
“Redesign
services
for
the
60s+”
workshop
to
spark
critical
conversations
about
how
safe,
accessible,
and
enjoyable
Bangkok
will
remain
for
its
elderly
residents.
Through
an
interactive
activity,
participants
are
invited
to
step
into
the
shoes
of
senior
citizens
living
in
a
bustling
metropolis.
The
workshop
highlights
the
challenges
of
aging,
from
declining
physical
mobility
and
health
to
feelings
of
loneliness
and
vulnerability.
By
engaging
in
this
thought-provoking
experience,
visitors
gain
a
deeper
understanding
of
the
realities
faced
by
the
elderly
and
the
importance
of
designing
cities
that
truly
cater
to
all
ages.
Bangkok Design Week 2025 has become a vital platform for showcasing how design can bring about meaningful change. From solving urban challenges to fostering inclusivity and sustainability, the festival inspires fresh perspectives on the role of creativity in everyday life. Through bold ideas and innovative solutions, the festival positions Bangkok as a global leader in creative urban transformation.
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