An old shopping complex with four haphazardly built structures needed to be refurbished into the corporate headquarters for one of Cambodia’s largest conglomerates. The client requested that the building be dismantled, retaining only the structure. To address the building’s biggest issue—its excessive width that limited natural light—I approached the design by introducing a large courtyard in an area requiring minimal structural demolition. This transformed the built space into a light-filled, dynamic, and cheerful work environment centered around a lush tropical courtyard. Quirky features like a former boxing arena with stadium seating were repurposed into a cafeteria, adding a unique touch. A pedestrian plaza and a super market were incorporated for the benefit of the general public and the employees. The facade design emphasizes the original structural elements, creating a clean and modern aesthetic.

This project demonstrates my ability to design and plan for complex requirements while maintaining a strong and practical underlying design concept.