The Mandalay Samui Developments

13/06/2025

As we reach the halfway point of 2025, Koh Samui’s real estate market is proving as dynamic as ever. Property prices continue to trend upward, especially in sought-after coastal areas, with growing interest from international buyers and regional investors. Inventory remains tight- particularly for well-designed villas and turn-key rentals- fueling competition and keeping yields attractive for those already in the market.

In the recent issue of our newsletter, we break down the latest data from the island’s real estate and hospitality sectors, spotlight the key trends shaping both industries, and explore what they mean for buyers, investors, and developers alike.

Whether you’re already on the ground or just watching from afar, this is your June pulse check on where Koh Samui is heading next.

This newsletter offers a mid-year snapshot of Koh Samui’s real estate and tourism markets in 2025. Property prices are rising amid limited inventory and strong demand, particularly for villas and rental-ready investments. On the tourism front, arrivals are steadily increasing, hotel performance is...

10/12/2024

This very high spec 5-bed is coming up at the very top of KAYA. Agents with proven track records are welcome.

01/08/2024

Let's dive into the world of modern Thai villas and explore how sustainability has become the new norm.

10/04/2024

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has given the green light to a significant project on Sunday, authorizing the development of a cruise ship terminal on Koh Samui.

The terminal, expected to accommodate up to 120 cruise ships annually, holds the potential to generate approximately eight billion baht in revenue.

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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has given the green light to the development of a cruise ship terminal on Koh Samui.

16/03/2024

If you are interested in the history- and the architecture of Bangkok, read this fascinating essay by Pongkwan Lassus.

The influence of modern architecture became more visible in Thailand after the country shifted from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy in 1932 and also as a result of economic circumstances and world trends. The first generation of Thai Modernist architects (or the pioneers of modern....

29/01/2024

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 and to Koh Samui.

With all that external noise in the world, anyone who grabbed the maximalist, more-is-more design trend by the horns - in some cases, literally - might prefer to dial back the chaos. Interiors are going to get a little more curated and nature-oriented as people crave serenity.

Take a look at these trends and more in our 3-part lookahead for 2024.

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 co...

28/02/2022

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.

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 g...

15/02/2022

Material Spotlight: Rammed Earth

What could be more stable, more beautiful, or more primal than the Earth herself? It has been used in construction for thousands of years, with evidence of its use dating as far back as the Neolithic Period. Commonly used especially in China, the technique was applied to both ancient monuments and vernacular architecture, with the Great Wall utilizing the technique.

Building with rammed earth is regaining popularity in our modern days as more architects and constructors are realizing the importance of using sustainable materials that have a low environmental impact.

The technique is making a comeback due to its unique beauty and its sustainability in comparison to more modern construction methods.