Architects: Patama Roonrakwit

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Society & Culture, Education, History

4.3 • 920 Ratings

🗓️ 20 March 2025

⏱️ 9 minutes

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Patama Roonrakwit (1968-present) is a Thai architect and the founder of CASE Studio. She is known for participatory architecture that involves local communities in the design process to create sustainable and affordable living spaces. Her work emphasizes social responsibility and improving living conditions for underprivileged communities in Thailand.

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1:12.0	episode of Womenica.
1:14.2	This month, we're talking about architects.
1:17.8	These women held fast to their visions for better futures, found potential in negative
1:22.5	space, and built their creations from the ground up.
1:27.1	Today, we're talking about a visionary architect whose work proves that design isn't just about aesthetics.
1:33.3	It's about people, community, and empowerment.
1:37.3	Let's talk about Patama Rundalkwit.
1:42.3	Patama was born on February 22, 1968 in Thailand.
1:49.0	Her creativity and imagination developed at an early age.
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