As with any industry, supply in the property market is driven by demand. And in the Thai property market these days, it seems that there is an ever-increasing desire for luxury. With this in mind, we take a look at 5 of the hottest new property developments in Thailand.
Pattaya: Wong Amat Tower
Designed by award-winning architect Gary Fell and launched in January 2013, AquaSamui is a boutique development of 44 private pool villas situated in the hills of Koh Samui overlooking the island’s popular Chaweng Beach. Combining a premium location with an optimum design and high-quality building materials, the development is one of the hottest new properties in Thailand with 10 out of the 11 units made available during phase 1 sold within 50 days. The project’s remaining 2, 3 and 4 bedroom villas range in price from 9 MB to 15.9 MB.
Bangkok: Wora Sukhumvit 49
Ideally located in the up-market Phrom Phong and Thong Lor districts of Bangkok’s ever-busy Sukhumvit Road, Wora Sukhumvit 49 is a premium low-rise development due for completion in December 2013. The property features two 7-storey buildings that house a total of 134 condos with prices starting from 5.99 MB. The designers have gone for a decidedly ‘green’ focus that begins with the property’s lush gardens and Bio swimming pool but extends even to solar cells and wind turbines that generate green and clean energy. The furniture is also described as environmentally-friendly, while each unit features innovative blinds that can be adjusted to control not only light, but also heat, dust and noise.
Koh Samui: The Ridge
Phuket: Andara Signature Resort Villas
When it comes to unadulterated luxury, it’s hard to beat the 5-star opulence and aesthetic magnificence of Andara Signature Resort Villas. Located in the hills overlooking Phuket’s west coast, each of the development’s 7 exclusive villas boasts inspiring architecture by an award-winning team, stylish interiors, state-of-the-art electronics, panoramic sea views and top-of-the-range facilities that include infinity pool, spa, fine-dining restaurants, exclusive beach clubs and private motor yachts. But be warned – such luxury doesn’t come cheap. A 4-bedroom villa at Andara Signature Resort will set you back 230 MB.