Korakrit Arunanondchai's 'nostalgia for unity' transforms Bangkok Kunsthalle into scorched ritual space

So, there's this exhibition called 'nostalgia for unity' by Korakrit Arunanondchai at the Bangkok Kunsthalle, and it really dives into themes of fire and sound. The venue itself is a former printworks in Chinatown, designed in a Brutalist style, featuring a unique floor made from compressed ash, earth, and paint that looks like cracked asphalt. There are also Gothic inscriptions that tweak the Anglican burial service, including a line about rebirth for beings that didn’t come into existence. The sound experience is pretty wild, shifting from silence to moments filled with angelic sounds and orchestral highs. This immersive display, which also reflects on past fire damage to the building, is open until 31 October and tackles ecological issues.