Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Text description provided by the architects. Situated on Preah Sihanouk Ave, linking the northern route that leads to Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and downtown of Siem Reap, Angkor Market is a two-story red brick building, surrounded by a century’s worth of cultural heritage Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, Angkor National Museum and Amansara Resort. We aim to activate a gap in the urban fabric and create a new gathering spot while maintaining the harmony of the existing neighborhood. The market comprises grocery stores, pharmacies, stationery, and household appliances that contribute to making people’s shopping experiences pleasurable.
The market is eager to support local farmers from Kulen Mountain, where the area has historical significance, and dedicates its space to exhibiting and selling fruits and vegetables that are sourced locally. Design with utility in mind, the project has a pure architectural style. Its primary components include concrete, metal, and traditional building materials, including locally red bricks and handcrafted Khmer tiles, all of which were chosen for their practicality.
