If you want to get ahead of the crowds, here's your chance to buy one of the villas, designed by the award winning Bill Bensley, that will feature in the upcoming Season 3 of The White Lotus.
Luxury Real Estates Trends in the Year of the Dragon
We explore what to expect in design, amenities, smart-home technology in 2024.
Peace of mind seems to be the running theme in luxury home trends in 2024, whether it’s predictive AI learning to anticipate your needs or building amenities that help entertain your kids or your dinner guests.
Added comfort and convenience to day-to-day life comes at a good time. Economic and geopolitical uncertainties are poised to compound in 2024, with multiple national elections in the cards, including the U.S. presidential election, and the uncertain hope that central banks will bring interest rates back down. Those concerns will affect the direction of luxury home sales from New York to Bangkok.
Where to Buy Luxury Villas on Koh Samui in 2024
Koh Samui, an idyllic island in the Gulf of Thailand, has become a coveted destination for those seeking luxury living in the midst of tropical paradise. With its pristine beaches, lush landscapes, and a vibrant cultural scene, it's no wonder that discerning buyers are drawn to invest in luxury villas on this enchanting island. In this guide, we'll explore three key areas – Thong Krut, Bophut Hills, and Bang Por – where you can find some of the most exclusive and opulent properties.
Editor's Pick: Jim Thompson Home Décor
Often dubbed as the Asian Ralph Lauren, Jim Thompson’s products are instant smash hits in a market overflowing with sophisticated luxury home furnishing. Being both unique and classic at the same time, without a doubt is the secret to the Jim Thompson. Nothing looks like it and it never seems to go out of style.
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Prefab Steel Frame Villa on Koh Samui, Thailand
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"Borrowed Scenery"
This villa type is an outstanding example of adapting long-revered Japanese building traditions to 21st-century lifestyles. Floor-to-ceiling glass over two levels, with an appearance of lightness and weightlessness. Based on the principle of Shakkei (‘borrowed scenery’), the home capitalizes on its natural surroundings and landscape to enhance the residence itself.
Rammed Earth Villa on Koh Samui, Thailand
We decided to develop a design to be ‘of’ the earth it was located on, rather than ‘on’ it, using the soil itself as the primary construction material for rammed earth load-bearing walls. The result is a masterful juxtaposition of contemporary design and traditional construction, an ode to the simple and honest construction methods.
Thailand Property Investment During Covid-19
In today’s world with record low interest rates, low yielding bonds and volatile stock markets what options are available that can provide reliable and attractive returns? COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the global economy, with the property market facing similar challenges. Historically, during similar tough economic periods, Thailand property has always proved to be a stable and successful investment for the astute investor.
Villas Harmoniously Designed with Nature
Building your dream home at Hin Fah allows a choice from a varied selection of elegant villa types with flexible floor plans. Each villa engages a series of environmentally sensitive aspects of the architecture ensuring that the habitat blends with the natural surroundings while also offering unique luxurious living spaces. Low density planning allows for huge plots of nature to exist between habitats providing tremendous privacy and security. The community was also designed with more than 20% of its land dedicated to recreational purposes for homeowners to enjoy. The result is a harmonious balance between human habitat and the elements of sand, mountain and sky.
‘COVID Crash’ in Koh Samui Property
How will the current global situation affect the Koh Samui property sector? Given the economic uncertainty unleashed by the COVID-19 pandemic, there seems to be a widespread belief that this should have some kind of a knock-on effect on the Koh Samui real estate sector. Many potential buyers see this as opportunity to hunt for bargain basement prices in the months ahead.
Legacy Sustained | Hin Fah - The Documentary (Part Seven)
Hin Fah aims to be one of Thailand’s lowest density signature residential estates, offering peace of mind to prospective buyers seeking a serene locale where they can reap the fruits of a hard-earned legacy. With its stunning sunset views and pristine surroundings, Hin Fah provides far more than just the typical comforts of resort living. It is a destination of a lifetime for those seeking an eco-friendly, sustainable community where one can savor the benefits of a life’s work and settle into a villa that can serve as an heirloom for generations to come.
Koh Samui Property Investment: Here's Why You Should Buy Your Dream Home at Hin Fah
Buying a dream home is a wonderful thing. The immense satisfaction you get when you step into the home is one to cherish. Real estate investments are one of the most profitable investments you can make, which is why you should never delay a property investment. Be it a first time home buyer or a seasoned investor, there are always important factors to consider.
Meet the Architects | Hin Fah - The Documentary (Part Three)
Creating a quintessential new luxury address for Koh Samui requires extensive planning, lengthy discussion, and an endless supply of inspiration. Such a challenge has regularly called on the talents of experienced Swiss and Thai architects and interior designers who together form Hin Fah’s core design team.
Erik Schmid from Erix-Design shares the gratifications, challenges, and motivations of being tasked with the architecture design of the island’s new luxury gated community.
The Rise Of Sustainable Architecture In Luxury Real Estate
A World Apart | Hin Fah - The Documentary (Part Two)
A talented team was brought together to create and deliver a residential development that would set a new benchmark for 21st Century luxury living in Koh Samui. Hin Fah cascades down a lush, south-west facing hillside; making it an ideal location for those seeking undisturbed natural surroundings and spectacular sunsets.
As you pass through the gated stone entry, you realize Hin Fah is a world apart; from the entryway to the gently winding roads leading to impressive estate homes.
The Future of Housing Is Here, and It’s Green, Sustainable, and Affordable
Increased access to energy in developing countries, rising sales of home electronics, and the ever-growing number of new buildings are clear signs of progress. Yet, energy demand from buildings and the construction industry is increasing, and these two account for 36 per cent of global energy consumption as well as 40 per cent of total direct and indirect CO2 emissions. What’s more, even in developed markets like the EU, almost 75 per cent of buildings are energy inefficient, which is why authorities and citizens are starting to look favourably at initiatives that reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the construction industry.
Building Vs. Buying Luxury Homes on Koh Samui
Heading South | Hin Fah - The Documentary (Part One)
Traveling to exotic places shows us a lifestyle we never thought possible. Foreign lands offer enriching experiences, new flavors and exciting moments. But these moments shouldn't be limited to a short holiday trip. Exotic luxury living can become reality simply by building your dream villa in Thailand. Welcome to Thong Krut, Koh Samui.