James Chambers
Riding the heatwave: Three Thai tastemakers share their summer essentials
The founder of Scratch First, director of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, and CEO of Cloud 11 share their favourite summer finds and where they’re headed to escape the heat.
Mall or nothing: Bangkok’s shopping centres are on the up and up
Thailand’s malls are rarely just about retail: they’re places in which to socialise, eat, work out or cool off. Their success rests on their ability to offer a fresh take on an established model.
One drug-smuggling scandal shouldn’t bring down brand Thailand
Thailand’s outdated reputation as a haven for criminal drug networks has reared its ugly head again thanks to the poor judgement of one Thai Airways cabin crewmember. But isn’t it all a little overblown?
Why Europeans should sleep less and nap better
Tired of feeling tired? Perhaps it’s time to adopt some Eastern wisdom – and a new sleep routine.
London needs a China House. Here are five reasons why
The Chinese brands that should make the leap to London.
Onion – The Mansion: The latest outpost of a fashion retailer born of a musician’s side hustle
Step into Sorasak ’House’ Chanmantana’s multi-label Bangkok shop Onion.
How The Lobb Club became Bangkok’s coolest tennis hangout
Five friends on holiday in Spain took inspiration from Mallorca’s courtside social scene and translated it into a future Bangkok institution.
From Bangkok to Bogota, these 23 innovative urban initiatives keep people moving and joyful
Fitness is often framed as a personal endeavour but cities can help to nudge us into healthier lifestyles. A charming playground, safe cycle lanes and well-designed waterfronts are a start.
The clinic selling ‘scientific wellness’ in the heart of Bangkok
Bangkok Dusit Medical Services is fast becoming a global leader when it comes to “scientific wellness”. Monocle visits the Lumphini neighbourhood clinic to glimpse what a true picture of health looks like.
Want to know Thailand? Get behind the wheel
Thailand is more than just sun, sand and sea. To understand the country beyond its beaches, you need to hit the road. Luckily, the brand-new ‘Thailand: The Monocle Handbook’ can give you a steer.
