In recent years Asian design -- in architecture, interiors and product design -- has catapulted on to the global stage. Gone are the thatched villas and vernacular furniture of yesteryear. Replacing them are sleek, modern spaces, decked out with high quality furnishings and furniture, beautiful artworks and state-of-the-art technology. This book showcases a number of brand new properties -- be they shops, homes, holiday houses, restaurants, bars or offices -- that represent this new wave of Asian talent. Each space has been chosen and styled carefully, often with furniture and products from some of the region's hot manu facturers and suppliers.

The New Asian Design

TRANQUIL LIVING

Baan Suan Sanghob

Artful Living

Shophouse Chic

Cool Blue

Thai-style Modern

Natural Organics

Collection Box

A Fresh Outlook

DRAMA

High Drama

Sky High

Heaven Sent

High-style Glamor

Candy Color

White Out

International Appeal

Small is Beautiful

LIGHT AND SPACE

Lofty Sentiments

A Passion for Chairs

Custom-designed Compound

H1 Hip

White & Light

Laid-back Living

Strong Geometry, Good Qi

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