The Room Architecture and Design

The design for the Siargao Community Market was a finalist in an international competition led by the NGO Lokal Lab to rebuild essential infrastructure following Super Typhoon Odette in December 2021. The project serves as a strategic response to the destruction of the original community center, providing a resilient platform for local artisans, producers, and residents. The design balances the immediate need for a functional marketplace with the long-term requirement for a storm-resistant community hub. The Room Architecture and Design Structural resilience through traditional typologiesInspired by the Filipino bahay na bato, the architecture utilizes a dual-layered structural strategy to mitigate climate risk. A secure stone and con... En savoir plus

Khéma GO Flatiron is a compact coffee concept developed for Thalias Hospitality Group within the ground floor lobby of the Flatiron by Meridian tower in Phnom Penh. As the first of three projects delivered for the brand within the development, the design responds to the operational demands of a high-traffic business environment while maintaining alignment with the established Khéma identity. The Room Architecture and Design Operational efficiency in a compact footprintPositioned within a corner of the lobby, the space is designed to serve busy professionals seeking a short pause within a fast-paced workday. The layout prioritizes clarity of movement, quick transactions, and ease of use, supporting a takeaway-focused mode... En savoir plus

The design for Dak Dam Market in Mondulkiri, Cambodia, represents a strategic architectural response to the need for resilient, community-led commercial infrastructure. Conceived as a concept design, the project functions as a dynamic center where local culture and commerce intersect. The proposal balances the daily operational requirements of a functional market with the positioning of a regional destination.  The Room Architecture and Design Strategic spatial organization and modular growth The market is structured around a 5 x 5 meter modular precast cell, enabling a time-efficient construction process that maintains a high-quality finish at low cost. This modular system allows for a flexible arrangement that can adapt to... En savoir plus

The design for the Chip Mong Bank Headquarters, occupying four upper floors of the Chip Mong Bank Tower in Phnom Penh, represents a disciplined approach to corporate workplace strategy. The Room Architecture and Design developed an environment that reflects the institution’s identity as reliable, forward-looking, and grounded, while optimizing the operational performance of a high-density professional headquarters. The Room Architecture and Design Strategic spatial organization The workspace is distributed across four levels, with each floor assigned a distinct operational function. To maintain institutional cohesion, the design utilizes a consistent material narrative built around ribbed timber elements, natural leather, a... En savoir plus

The design for Khéma Flatiron, located on the 27th and 28th floors of the Flatiron by Meridian building, represents a strategic evolution for one of Phnom Penh’s most established hospitality brands. Partnering with Meridian International Holdings and Thalias Hospitality Group, The Room Architecture and Design was tasked with translating the intimate, home-like ambiance of the original Khéma locations into a high-rise setting tailored to a fast-paced international business district. Robert Kleiner Strategic brand continuityThe primary challenge was to maintain brand recognition while updating the aesthetic for a contemporary mixed-use tower. To achieve this, the design incorporates signature elements from Khé... En savoir plus