When there's a land development plan, the first things to go are usually old buildings in the vicinity. The older they are, the faster they go, as aged structures often require higher maintenance costs. That seems to be the case at Wat Suan Phlu in Bang Rak district, which is seeking to demolish and replace old buildings belonging to the temple.
But a group of architects and green activists see otherwise. Preserving the old structures may require higher costs, but would also attract larger crowds.
"An alternative solution other than demolition can be found," said Senator Thira Suwankul, an architect opposing the demolition plan of the 70-year-old wooden structure that has served as a monks' residence in Wat Suan Phlu.
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- Writer: Sirinya Wattanasukchai
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