Simon N. Ostheimer discovers the secrets behind Thailand's best-loved destinations. Best for Romance: Koh Samui, Best for City Life: Bangkok, Best for Beaches: Phuket, Best for Culture: Chiang Mai, Best for Adventure: Kanchanaburi, and Best for Island-Hopping: Koh Chang. Click here to read the PDF #holidaysforcouples #thailand #kohsamui #bangkok #phuket #chiangmai #kanchanaburi #kohchang

When it comes to fine dining, Phuket’s culinary stock has never been higher. In November 2018, the new edition of the Michelin Guide to Bangkok was launched, and for the first time ever included restaurants on Thailand’s largest island. Altogether, Phuket’s famous eateries achieved one star and 14 listings in the ‘plate’ and ‘bib gourmand’ categories. Click here to read the PDF. #bikinismartinis #phuket #thailand #rosewoodphuket #michelin #takhai #redsauce #mai #theshack

bAAn, the new project from Bangkok-based design firm Anonym, is a home first and foremost. In Thai, that’s what the word baan literally means, though the stylised version has a particular meaning here. “bAAn actually references the name of the owners, so it’s ‘Baan Andy and Note’,” explains Phongphat Ueasangkhomset, who co-founded Anonym with Parnduangjai Roojnawate in 2016. Click here to read the story online: https://www.indesignlive.sg/projects/anonym-simplicity-bangkok-ho

I'm pleased to contribute again to DestinAsian's famous 'Luxe List' for Asia's best new hotel openings of the last year - check out pages 150 and 156 for my write-ups on Rosewoods Luang Prabang and Phnom Penh! Click here to read the PDF. #destinasian #luxelist #rosewoodphuket #rosewoodphnompenh #phuket #luangprabang #thailand #laos

Drawing inspiration from its scenic location, a software design company headquarters designed by Chiangmai-based studio Full Scale Studio manages to both stand out yet also remain in harmony with its neighbours. Click here to read it online: https://www.indesignlive.sg/projects/code-space-full-scale #indesignlivesg #fullscalestudio #codespace #architecture #design #Chiangmai #AttasitKongmongkol #thailand

“Amayen is many things to many people,” says Miguel Kirjon, founder of the new Amayen Sanctuary in remote northern Thailand. “It’s a place where people can go for stillness, listen to their inner voice, seek answers, and find a new perspective on their life’s goals.” Founded in early 2018, Amayen is located 35 kilometres away from the cultural centre of Chiang Mai, in a little valley on the way to Chiang Rai, the kingdom’s northernmost city. Click here to read the PDF #bikini

A regular roundup of the best attractions to be found in Phuket, for SilkAir's inflight magazine Silkwinds. #phuket #bampotkitchenbar #catchbeachclub #phuketelephantsanctuary #theboathouse #thailand #silkwinds #silkair

With a developing residential portfolio and increasing international attention, the modest pair behind new Bangkok design firm Anonym reveal the simple secrets to their success. Click here to read it online: https://www.indesignlive.sg/people/thailands-anonym-let-work-shine #Anonym #PhongphatUeasangkhomset #ParnduangjaiRoojnawate #architecture #design #bangkok #thailand #indesignlivesg #cubesindesign

Known for its beautiful vistas, exclusive resorts, sense of wellness, and tasty coconuts – the island’s most famous export – Samui is now developing a culinary scene to match. Thailand’s second largest island, Koh Samui has seen a rapid boom in quality fare. Some want the culture and scenery of places like the Jungle Club and KOH Thai Kitchen & Bar, others yearn for cocktails and culinary creativity at The Larder and Link Cuisine & Lounge. Click here to read it online: http:/

By exploring their own limits, the eight-strong team at Bangkok firm Supermachine – led by founder Jack Chaowakul – are challenging the boundaries of modern Thai architecture. Click here to read it online: http://www.indesignlive.sg/people/jack-chaowakul-importance-ordinary #jackchaowakul #architecture #design #supermachine #thailand #bangkok