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Possibilities and challenges of sustainable condominium development in Thailand: an analysis through the circle of blame concept

Author/s: Niti Rattanaprichavej

Date Published: 02/01/2020

Published in: Volume 26 - 2020 Issue 1 (pages 19 - 40)

Abstract

The main objective of this research is to survey the attitudes of project developers, investors, consumers (residents and prospective buyers), and architects involved in the sustainable development of condominium projects. Using the circle of blame concept, qualitative research was conducted by collecting data through structured interviews on sustainability in four areas: environmental, economic, social and community, and aesthetics and functional. Based on the findings, most of the respondents did not renounce the concept of sustainable development if economic sustainability was as expected (such as the project value, rent, return, and cost saving). Thus, it can be concluded economic sustainability is a prerequisite for developing sustainable condominiums. Environmental, social and community, and aesthetics and functional sustainability are the next steps to approach for the project stakeholders. The findings of the research indicate that increased development costs and risks are the key barriers to the success of sustainable development in the Thai condominium market.

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Keywords

Condominium - Sustainable Development - Thailand - the Circle of Blame

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