[Design City Trip] Discovering Bangkok’s New Spaces

the Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok | Ritz Carlton Bang

location: Pathum Wan When it opens: q4 2024 Architecture/Design: SOM, A49, PIA (Interiors)

The Ritz-Carlton has taken its first steps into Bangkok’s luxury hotel market. the first of five hotels in a large mixed-use development called One Bangkok, the hotel is located at the beginning of Wireless Road, a 19th-century neighborhood that was once home to the upper class and a hub for international culture. the hotel’s theme is a “fusion of two civilizations” to reflect the area’s history. this concept is supported by the interiors and services, which are a modern interpretation of traditional Thai culture, and the spa, which offers a contemporary take on traditional Thai therapies. another highlight is the Klong Yao (long drum) event, a traditional ceremony held at the intersection of day and night.

bitter Kiss Cafe | Bitter Kiss Cafe

location: Khlong Sam Wa When it opens: q4 2023 Architecture/design: ASWA

A residential neighborhood on the outskirts of northeastern Bangkok, klongsamwa neighborhood is home to an abundance of greenery and major tourist attractions such as Safari World. the new Bitter Kiss Cafe, a renovation of a red brick building in the neighborhood, stands out for its sleek design and functionality. the repetitive arches create an open atmosphere while maintaining a sense of individual space, and the café has become a favorite photo spot for visitors

patt Restaurant | Patt Restaurant

location: Bang Kho Laem When it opens: q4 2024 Interior design: AIM Imaginarist Chef Patt, winner of Top Chef Thailand 2023, opened this three-level restaurant in a former family-run printing house. the space is impressive, with ceilings up to seven meters high and an art deco-style interior. old letterpress machines, historic printing room doors, and artwork that reflects family values are on display throughout the space. chef Pat creates creative dishes here, fusing Thai and Chinese ingredients with French influences. signature dishes include crab meat rice with yellow chili and baby chicken pitibier served with morel mushrooms

the Forestias Six Senses | The Forestias Six Senses

location: Outside Bang Na When it opens: q4 2024 Architect/Design: Foster + Partners Located on the outskirts of Bangkok, Forestias is a smart city project that blends nature and technology, and the Six Senses Residences, located to the south of it, is a luxury villa complex that combines luxury and wellness. the 27 residences are built on a nature-friendly biofilmic design, with undulating aluminum roofs that not only allow for solar panels but are also functional for drainage. infinity pools, bamboo-screened terraces, and outdoor spaces maximize relaxation in nature. with more than 500 species of flora and fauna native to the area, a ‘canopy walk’ allows residents to move freely between the forest, health facilities, and community spaces

king’s College International School Bangkok | King’s College International School Bangkok

location: yan Nawa When it opens: q3 2024 Architect/Design: Onion King’s Bangkok is the authentic Thai branch of the UK’s King’s College School and follows the same educational philosophy and curriculum. the recently renovated library, cafeteria, and college admissions preparation center were designed to create an atmosphere appropriate for each purpose through color and structure. the cafeteria is decorated in a soothing baby blue color scheme that serves as a relaxing space during lunch breaks, while the admissions center offers a calming navy tone for older students. the library uses orange and bronze hues to create an environment conducive to concentration, while a variety of furnishings and screening treatments ensure student privacy.