KYOI Samui

  • Prize
    Honorable Mention in Architecture
  • Company/Firm
    Fractal - Architecture & Design
  • Lead Designer
    James Atkinson
  • Architect
    Fractal - Architecture & Design
  • Interior Designer
    Fractal - Architecture & Design
  • Hospitality
    KYOI Group
  • Location
    Koh Samui, Thailand
  • Developer
    KYOI Group
  • Project Link

Located on a tranquil corner of Koh Samui, Thailand, our island beachfront design is made of 3 contrasting parcels that create varying experiences for the guests of this 145 room new build hotel. A striking terraced garden steps down through the heart of the site echoing the plots previous function as a coconut plantation. The architecture much like the central landscaped park grows from the ground in an organic manner.

The pavilions of the beach club take inspiration from the elegance and form of giant lilies, each floating on a pool of water. Their height and small plan size follow the islands strict beach planning restrictions.

The dynamic blade walls of the guest room blocks grow from the ground, providing privacy whilst opening up to the sea views and enveloping the central zen garden. The rear section of the site is home to the co-working space and 2 contrasting spa designs at ground level, all set around a cascading water garden. In keeping with the Kyoi brand, further inspiration has been drawn from minimalist Japanese architecture and landscape design.

Bio
Fractal is a boutique architecture and design studio.

We have teams in Thailand and Vietnam. The practice was established in 2017 by James Atkinson to provide architectural services both locally and internationally.

Fractal’s portfolio encompasses a broad range of project typologies and scales covering all major sectors including residential, hospitality, commercial, cultural and high rise.

With no set stylistic approach our projects commence with each unique location, client brief and climate. Our motivation is to create beautiful, practical and enjoyable spaces to live, work and play.

Other prizes
VMARK Design Award, Vietnam Moon Bridge – Hoi An, Vietnam Best Public Space Design Golden Winner 2023 VMARK Interior Design Award, Vietnam Ocean Plaza Restaurant & Bar – Phu Quoc, Vietnam Best F&B Concept Interior Golden Winner 2021 Vinfast Global Showroom Design Competition Runner up 2021




LIV Hospitality Design Awards 2025
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