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A musical greeting to Japan
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 04/10/2017
» As Japanese conductor Koji Kawamoto waved his baton in one swift motion, the 63 musicians of the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra filled Tokyo's acoustically stunning Suntory Hall with an unfamiliar tune.
It takes a Village
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 29/09/2017
» Usually sparsely visited, Gaysorn Shopping Centre has been seeing more traffic lately than ever, after launching its much-anticipated Gaysorn Village project. What the developers call a "mixed-use lifestyle urban village", Gaysorn Village spans 180,000m² across the Ratchaprasong district and aims to provide "urban regeneration" to Bangkok's chaotic and sometimes bleak lifestyle.
Ensconced in silk
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 29/09/2017
» Jim Thompson's new flagship store at Siam Paragon looks good. Really good. Gone are the ugly brown interiors and unattractive shopping bags that no one wanted to be seen carrying. Gone are the loud shirts and dolls that only tourists would buy as souvenirs for their friends and family. Investing in a whole new team to completely transform the brand, Jim Thompson has stepped up their game and seeks to bring the Thai brand onto the luxury world stage within a few years time.
The elegance of simplicity
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 27/09/2017
» Anyone who appreciates simple design will most likely have seen or used one of Naoto Fukasawa's products. A legendary Japanese industrial designer, Fukasawa's minimalist touch has been seen on top Italian, French, German, Swiss, Scandinavian and Korean brands. Most famous of all his works would be his designs for Japanese no-brand brand Muji (it's full name, Mujirushi Ryohin, translates to "Brandless Quality Goods").
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 23/09/2017
» 1. To celebrate Thailand's first ever full-service Citigold Wealth Center -- a cashless bank which focuses on giving Citibank's Citigold members investment consultation -- Citibank will be organising a Citigold Wealth Cafe this weekend from noon to 6pm at the 1st floor of Crystal Veranda's The Crystal Park. The event will include activities on investment like "Global Market Insights And Income Opportunity By Krungsri Asset Management" and "The Future Of Payment" by Mastercard. Registration is noon sharp.
Where there's life, there's hope
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 14/09/2017
» Walking into "Hope Land" -- Jam Cafe's latest photography exhibition by rising American talent Adam Birkan -- some may appreciate the minimalist shots of people going about their day, soi dogs standing around in dumpsters, and the typical scenes of Bangkok's bustling chaos. Some, however, may also think that all of this is nothing new.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 09/09/2017
» 1. Art lovers shouldn't miss out on The Commons Art Weekend event today and tomorrow at Thong Lor 17. From 12-8pm, more than 10 local artists, including O Terawat, Alex Face, Tuna Dunn, Nakrob Moonmanas and Aeicha, will be gathered together for fans to have a sneak peak at how they bring their pieces to life. There will be interesting workshops, along with the highlight of the event -- "Unblanking The Canvas" whereby all the artists will work on one single canvas to create a unique mixed-media masterpiece. Visit The Common's Facebook page.
Regarding the snake
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 01/09/2017
» Though many in the region were sceptical when Singapore announced it would work toward becoming Asia's new art hub, they've been proving, time and time again -- to the delight of both local and neighbouring art enthusiasts -- that they're serious.
Defining the scene
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 30/08/2017
» What exactly is being referred to when we talk about "contemporary art"?
Let the sunshine in
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 23/08/2017
» Life talks with two citizens who have installed solar panels in their homes — one off the grid, the other on the grid — about what one can expect from investing in renewable energy