The Art of the Auspicious Victory Drum applied to the Interior Architecture of the Prototype Community Cultural Center, Ban Mae Klang Luang, Chiang Mai Province

Abstract

This research article aims to study the art of the auspicious victory drum, the user groups within the project, and the needs of the surrounding contextual area of the Ban Mae Klang Luang Prototype Community Cultural Center in Chiang Mai Province. The study analyzes and applies the findings to design the interior architecture of the Ban Mae Klang Luang Prototype Community Cultural Center in Chiang Mai Province. This research employs a mixed method approach, utilizing a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews focusing on the art of the auspicious victory drum with experts and those involved in the management of community cultural centers in various aspects, and a quantitative approach by collecting data through questionnaires from community members, Thai and foreign tourists that interested in the Community Culture of Ban Mae Klang Luang, to assess the suitability of applying the concept of the auspicious victory drum and to inquire about the spatial needs of both service providers and users. The analysis of the auspicious victory drum art, regarding the aspect of significance value, spiritual power, creation rituals, and playing regulations, led to the summarization of the key concept: “Chai Mangkhala – Sacred Drum Brings Auspiciousness.” This concept was then used to develop the interior architectural design of the Ban Mae Klang Luang Prototype Community Cultural Center in Chiang Mai Province. The evaluation of the design's suitability was positive. The assessment of the spatial needs of both service providers and users revealed that the community desired furniture designs that could be adapted for various activities, as well as the use of local materials. These findings were subsequently applied to the interior architectural design of the Ban Mae Klang Luang Prototype Community Cultural Center in Chiang Mai Province, focusing on the layout, visual aesthetics, and furniture within the exhibition space. The overall satisfaction assessment from a sample of 100 individuals showed a “good” level of satisfaction, with a mean score (𝑥̅) of 3.92 and a standard deviation (S.D.) of 0.72.