The design of Little Shelter is our contemporary interpretations of Northern Thai vernacular architecture, particularly on creating dialogue between old and new materials. While the traditional wood shingles are used on the roof and side walls, front and river-side facades are made of industrial polycarbonate sheets cut into shingles, fixing with translucent studs and special transparent screws. These uninterrupted translucency architectural surfaces delicately reflect the lush surrounding, create dramatic light condition for interior spaces, and become a glowing lantern at night. The public area interior complements the exterior simplicity, gives a gallery-like feeling that accommodates the site-specific installations inspired by the famous Boh–Srang umbrella of Chiang Mai, and creates delicate and dramatic silhouettes expressing contemporary interpretation of the local handicraft. The guest room interior is a place to rediscover Chiang Mai in a new angle, literally. “Looking-up” images of important places and cultural events of Chiang Mai are placed on the entire ceiling, infinitely reflected onto the two long walls cladded with small mirror acrylic shingles, giving a surreal borderless impression. The images are all different for each room, emanating different and unique feeling suitable for any preferences of the guests. Little Shelter is not only a place to sleep. It is an introduction of the past, the present, and probably the future of Chiang Mai to its visitors.