General Post Office, Bangkok, Historic postal building in Bang Rak District, Thailand
The General Post Office integrates Art Deco and International Style architectural elements in a five-story structure with symmetrical wings and geometric patterns.
The building opened in 1940 on the former British Legation site, marking a period of architectural modernization in Thailand's government structures.
Architects Sarot Sukkhayang and Mew Aphaiwong created the design to represent Thailand's progression toward modern administrative capabilities.
The first floor maintains active postal service counters, while the upper levels house the Thailand Creative & Design Center since 2017.
The building received the ASA Architectural Conservation Award for successfully integrating contemporary design elements while preserving its historical features.
Location: Bang Rak
Inception: 1940
Architectural style: Art Deco architecture, International Style
GPS coordinates: 13.72694,100.51556
Latest update: June 4, 2025 15:14
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