6 new Thai design solutions that made us go wow
From Demark Award winners to a new way to pack beer, the Kingdom is killing it on the design front.
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1. The Barcode: T&T Metal Comb
This comb is unique to you alone. Each one is produced to represent a barcode of your birth date, and the irregular teeth will make your impeccably parted hair look a little less stiff. Plus, it’s metal and will probably outlast you.
Designer: Pongpol Yodmuangcharoen (Tough & Tumble)
Price: B900, www.toughandtumble.com
Designer: Pongpol Yodmuangcharoen (Tough & Tumble)
Price: B900, www.toughandtumble.com
2. Khan Kluay
Inspired by how Thai children used to make rifles from banana leaves, this hat stand and coat hanger is made from solid oakwood. We like that the pegs can be folded back, creating a single pole when not in use—a neat feature for tiny spaces.
Designer: Chayanin Sakdikul and Nutdanai Siribongkot (Hari Ora)
Price: B3,900, www.fb.com/HariOraLiving
Designer: Chayanin Sakdikul and Nutdanai Siribongkot (Hari Ora)
Price: B3,900, www.fb.com/HariOraLiving
3. Be Leaf
These ceramic coasters not only look cool on your coffee table, but their leaf pattern actually helps absorb water droplets from your glass instead of collecting a small pool on the coaster. No more getting annoyed at your glass sticking to the coaster—we like.
Designer: Mr. Prakobsuk Yudee (Dhanabadee Art Ceramic)
Price: B90, available at Talad Eathai, Central Embassy, Phloen Chit Rd.
Designer: Mr. Prakobsuk Yudee (Dhanabadee Art Ceramic)
Price: B90, available at Talad Eathai, Central Embassy, Phloen Chit Rd.
Credit: www.panpuri.com
4. WISH Limited Edition Aroma Diffuser
This chic aroma diffuser reminds us of the magical oil lamp from Aladdin.The brainchild of Jean-Marc Gady, a French designer who has partnered up with local spa brand Panpuri, the East-meets-West WISH limited edition aroma diffuser aims to create amazing home ambiance with your choice of essential oils.
Designer: Jean-Marc Gady, a French designer who has partnered up with local spa brand Panpuri.
Price: B7,500, at Panpuri retailers
5. Thumm Acoustic iPhone dock
Thanks to the natural acoustic properties of wood, this organic and tactile iPhone dock not only looks wonderful, it also amplifies the sound coming from your phone without the need for electricity. You’ll get a different tone from both the beech wood and walnut versions.
Designer: Pattarapong Pornpanapong (Pana Object)
Price: B990, available at Room Concept Store, 3/F, The Emquartier, Sukhumvit Rd.
6. Singha Fridge Pack
Singha’s newest design, the 8-can fridge pack, is a real party must-have. Not only does it save space in your fridge, but it’s also super-easy to grab each beer thanks to a cardboard shoot that rolls each can out one by one. Simply place the box in the fridge, undo the shoot and you’re all set.
Available at 7-Eleven, MaxValu, Villa Market, Tesco Lotus, Gourmet Market (Siam Paragon, EmQuartier)
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