 The distinctive mirrored tile mosaic on the front wall of the MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum, Chiang Mai, Thailand, was inspired by the centuries-old Lanna tradition of temple design in Northern Thailand. Opened in July 2016, the impressive, award-winning museum was developed privately “to brighten up the art scene in Thailand and the region as the first contemporary art museum of the country.” They have done a marvelous job.
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Kathie
1/8/2019 07:04:24 am
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