This has been a long-standing project, with many discussions among the city officials. Finally, we are moving forward. The official meeting with the local user group received a positive response, and everyone is supportive. The good concept design for the Skywalk seems to be located next to the road, with a width of 4m, which should be alright.

I’ve been invited by UNDP to speak at the Sustainability Expo 2023 under the topic ‘Designing for All.’ Sustainability Expo 2023 is a national event that has been held annually. I’m preparing a tone for my talk that focuses on positive aspects, but I also need to be careful not to overlook the realities that must be communicated to everyone.

The weather conditions above residential buildings, looking far into the distance around 5 kilometers, seem to indicate dust and smoke, visible to our eyes. It looks like this all the time and becomes clearer after rain. In the huge city, where people live closely together, this has become quite common. We just want to show it to all of us, make us aware that the problem is caused by us, and it’s up to us to fix it.

This year marks the 5th year we’ve had the opportunity to give a special talk to the 17 international students of Thammasat University, Tha Prachan Campus, and this year I had more guest joining us. As always, we and activities where students experienced being less-able body, even just for a short time, to raise the awareness and empathy for those whose bodies have changed…

September 12, 2023 Every year, we have an event where we meet with young designers. This year, 90 young designers joined us in the field of Inclusive Design. Our focus is on understanding and empathizing, not just feeling pity. It is essential for designers to communicate with users to gather initial information…

August 3, 2023 Visited Nakhon Ratchasima Railway Station for the first time. Inspected the conditions of #Walkways (station access), #AccessibleParking, #Ramps, #BuildingAccess, #Platforms, #PedestrianCrossings, and #AccessibleRestrooms as shown. Awaiting improvements in the double-track railway project.  

My extend writing belong to an interview was brief and possibly incomplete speak: Elevator usage: Considering relevant laws and the intended purpose, it can be interpreted as “reserved for those in need” and should be respected. However, from the perspective of persons with disabilities, it is all about “Inclusive Living” and utilizing various facilities.

Big cities, traffic congestion is one of the main problems, and Bangkok is no exception. When there’s traffic, it’s necessary to efficiently and quickly alleviate the congestion.

  Currently, Bangkok is considered highly convenient for traveling by mass transit. You go to every corner of the city easily. Yesterday, I visited the area to survey important connecting points for users with mobility challenges on the Yellow Line of Bangkok mass transit system:

July 10, 2023 On-site inspection of floor paving at the front of the lift, Sri Udom Station, Bangkok Yellow Line: