Stained Glass in Thai House: Old Charm in Modern Thai House
- kodchaponhk
- May 9
- 3 min read
Updated: May 10
The beauty of stained glass in contemporary Thai architecture
Contemporary Thai architecture is flourishing by combining traditional Thainess with modernity, and stained glass is one of the important elements that perfectly complements this connection. In the past, Thai patterns and stained glass were often found in temples and palaces, but today they have become more and more common in residential areas. Thai designers have adapted Thai motifs such as the Kra-ngok or the Dok Phuttan pattern into stained glass patterns. When light passes through, it creates a warm and dimensional atmosphere for the space. One popular approach is to use stained glass as a skylight above doors or windows, which combines functionality with beauty while maintaining privacy. In addition, using stained glass in common areas of the house, such as the stairwell, partition walls, or even stained glass ceilings, can create impressive highlights and interest in the house, especially when combined with Thai wooden structures or contemporary furniture.
Interesting stained glass patterns

Stained glass with checkered pattern
Stained glass with a checkered pattern is an interesting choice for those looking to add some life to their house. With its simple checkered pattern, however, when added with a pop of color, it can surprisingly create interest and warmth in the space. When natural light passes through, it creates beautiful refractions, bathing the room in a soft, colored glow.

Stained glass with a traditional pattern
traditional pattern-stained glass has a long history in Thai art. Jamyam pattern is an ancient Thai pattern that has cultural significance, representing order, symmetry, and traditional Thai beauty. This pattern often appears in Thai architecture since ancient times and has been developed into the current stained glass pattern. With the unique form of Jamyam pattern that has repetitive geometric shapes, using Jamyam pattern stained glass in modern homes also blends the past and present perfectly, especially when used with contemporary furniture and decorative elements, creating a striking modern look with a touch of traditional Thai culture.

Pikul pattern stained glass
Pikul stained glass has a long history in Thai art. Pikul flowers are an important flower in Thai culture, symbolizing sweetness, gentleness, and purity. The Pikul stained glass pattern is designed to convey these characteristics through graceful lines and soft gradients. With neat petal shapes and warm colors, Pikul stained glass can create impressive gimmicks for your home, whether it is used as a window decoration, a skylight above a door, or even as a partition between rooms, allowing light to pass through while maintaining privacy. When natural light shines through the Pikul flower pattern, it creates soft shadows and colors, bringing calmness and warmth to the interior space.
Old charm in a modern Thai house
In an era where house construction in Thailand focuses on modernity, the integration of stained glass, a traditional art form, with modern design is continuously gaining popularity. Traditional stained glass, often found in Christian churches or Thai temples, has been reinterpreted to fit into a simpler and more modern decoration style. The interesting thing about using stained glass in modern homes lies in the perfect contrast between the antiquity of the stained glass technique and the contemporary structure and materials, such as the use of Thai-style stained glass applied to bare concrete walls or the installation of stained glass skylights in rooms decorated with minimalist furniture, creating a focal point and impressive dimensions. In addition, stained glass can also create a distinctive identity for a house. In an era where housing estates or condominiums have similar styles, using specially designed stained glass will help your home have its own identity and be unique.
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