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Vol.6 No.1

January - June 2009


Ultimate infinity: a villa pool in Karma Kandara, high on the cliffs of the Bukit, Bali, blends with the Indian Ocean far below.

 

Vietnam Design Profile
Ms. Alan Duong belongs to a new class of sassy, sophisticated designers taking traditional Vietnamese artistry to new levels with her embellished home wares in fun and funky designs.

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Bali
The Kul Kul School is redefining the way we look at scholastic structures. Created primarily from bamboo, its curvilinear lines and organic shapes represent a new kind of thinking; one where design, environment, education and community merge. Johnny Langenheim explains.

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Regional Design
Long used for its utility, stone can be found in everything from ancient ruins to modern day decor. Don't underestimate this element's versatility; see our photo essay inside for amazing structures and decorative examples.

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Regional Lifestyle
Food and drink aficionado Michael Moore sheds some light on the tropical wine scene in the Asia-Pacific with a look at who's doing what when it comes to crushing grapes - or pineapples, or mangos.

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Phuket Villa Lia, The Tamarind
These Villas sit in quiet seclusion on the headland of Ao Nam Bo on Phuket's eastern shore and enjoy expansive 280-degree views of the distant islands, shimmering waters and benefit from the added charm of watching the daily activites of the local fishing boats.

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Australia Emerald Valley Villa
Eco-savvy A-listers often choose this carbon neutral villa for their escape from the daily grind. Owner Michael J. Robison created E.V.V. with all the luxuries one could want, while leaving a completely carbon neutral and sustainable footprint the process.

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Samui Nikki Beach
The newest addition to internationally renowned Nikki Beach, Lipa Noi Beach, Samui promises all the opulence to be expected of the trendy brand and then some.

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Bali Villa Raj, Majapahit Beach Villas
This three-bedroom, two-storey garden villa is its own sanctuary with large lap pool, garden pavilions and balcony that overlooks the enticing black sand beaches of Ketewel village.

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Regional Tropical Botanicals
Plumeria's fragrance wafting on an ocean breeze is synonymous with the tropics, but it isn't the only enjoyable aroma one can find here. William Warren takes us through an aromatic tour of a perfumed garden.

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Regional Innovative Technologies
A sustainable building material and eco-friendly alternative, Bamboo's popularity has skyrocketed recently. APTH takes you on a world tour of some of the best in the Bamboo business.

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Life & Style Who's doing what, and where to find the hottest spots in the region.

Greatest Escapes Only the very best places to stay around tropical Asia-Pacific.

Buy by Design New products, furnishings and technology to re-vamp your tropical lifestyle.


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