In Taklang Village, Thailand, over 200 elephants coexist with human residents, inspiring Boonserm Premthada's Elephant Food House showcased at the 24th International Exhibition of Triennale Milano. This project responds to elephant food scarcity caused by deforestation and climate change by repurposing rice barns into shelters for elephants. Made from bamboo winnowing baskets, these structures provide vital protection and highlight local craftsmanship. Inside, a paper sculpture of a Vitruvian elephant symbolizes the connection between waste and nourishment, reflecting Premthada's belief in fostering empathy towards all living beings and maintaining ecological balance.
Boonserm Premthada's Elephant Food House spotlights an interdependence model between humans and elephants to tackle Thailand's elephant food scarcity, blending architecture with local craft.
The design, rooted in local agricultural culture, uses rice barns reimagined as shelter for elephants, emphasizing the importance of tradition and ecological sustainability.
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