Siam Piwat reinforces its position as a Creative Powerhouse in developing global destinations, supporting Bangkok Design Week 2025 with showcases of creative works across all projects
Siam Piwat, a leading real estate and retail developer, reaffirms its position as a pioneer in creativity-driven global destinations by supporting Bangkok Design Week 2025 (BKKDW2025) with the showcases of exceptional works from both Thai and international artists and designers, along with a variety of engaging activities across its globally renowned shopping centers—Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, and ICONSIAM. To create an extraordinary art and design phenomenon and reinforce its role as a Creative Powerhouse, Siam Piwat is set to continuously introduce unprecedented extraordinary experiences and deliver inspiration for visitors, promoting Thailand as a global hub for the creative economy.
Chanisa Kaewruen, Head of Creative and Innovation, Siam Piwat Co., Ltd. stated, "Siam Piwat has remained steadfast in its commitment to crafting experiences that continually leave visitors amazed (Be Amazed), inspired (Be Inspired) while playing a key role in revolutionizing the industry (Be Revolutionary) through every generation. We were the first shopping mall in Thailand to open creative spaces that make art a part of the everyday lifestyle. As a pioneer, we have introduced new experiences that blend art, culture, innovation, and aesthetics to ensure equal accessibility for everyone."
"Siam Piwat’s shopping centers serve as hubs of creativity and inspiration. We have continuously collaborated with Thai and international artists, designers, and emerging talents to create world-class works within our malls. Additionally, we actively support the growth of a creative community, fostering its development into one of the largest art communities in Thailand."
In 2025, Siam Piwat is collaborating with the Creative Economy Agency (CEA) and various partners as one of the key supporters of Bangkok Design Week 2025 (BKKDW2025), also known as the Bangkok Design Festival 2025. Under the theme “Design Up+Rising: Facing Challenges with a Positive Twist", the event takes place from February 8–23, 2025. Siam Piwat has provided spaces for Thai artists, emerging designers, and world-renowned creators to showcase their talents in two major districts: Siam District—home to Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery—and Khlong San District, where ICONSIAM is located.
Key activities include:
Siam Paragon, a stage of exclusive contemporary arts
- Siam Paragon’s Arena of Arts presents exclusive contemporary works of Art through the concept Luxury for All, which is accessible for everyone. This dynamic space welcomes artists from around the globe, offering a continuously rotating showcase of extraordinary works. Highlighted Exhibits:
o JAIME HAYON FOR SIAM PARAGON: For the first time in Thailand, internationally acclaimed designer Jaime Hayon unveils an exclusive sculpture masterpiece, “The Future in Our Hand”, on the 1st floor of Siam Paragon. This one-of-a-kind artwork is a result of a co-creation collaboration between Siam Paragon and Hayon, designed specifically for this landmark destination.
o Red Bubble by Donghoon Oh, a contemporary artist from South Korea. The contemporary sculpture captures the human form through playful spherical shapes, inspired by floating soap bubbles blown by children that vanish in an instant. This thought-provoking piece reflects the thin line between reality and illusion.
- Reflection You by Cheese Arnon or Arnon Neiysoongnoen, renowned Thai graffiti artist known for his signature fox character. The immersive installation explores self-reflection from multiple perspectives. The artwork is displayed within a cube-shaped structure, using mirrored surfaces and dynamic visuals to create a sense of movement and ever-changing dimensions, offering a fresh and thought-provoking experience for visitors.
- Visual Merchandising A creative showcase celebrating Chinese New Year under the theme "Harmony of Prosperity: A New Year’s Awakening," blending cultural symbols with modern design. The exhibition spans multiple locations within Siam Paragon, featuring highlights such as the Origami Serpent of Light at the Jewel Area, a sleek, modern serpent sculpture designed using traditional Japanese origami techniques, and the Reflective Serpent of Fortune, a breathtaking installation of a shimmering, elongated serpent displayed throughout the Cascade area.
Siam Center
- Visual Merchandising – A creative installation reflecting Siam Center’s identity as a trendsetting hub of innovation, presented under the theme "Harmony of Prosperity: A New Year’s Awakening." This showcase reinterprets the essence of Chinese New Year celebrations through a playful, dynamic serpent design, brought to life with vibrant colors and fluid movements. The installation offers a unique and immersive experience.
- Siam Center x Memori Studio Pop up Space -A groundbreaking Art Toy design innovation that shakes up the industry with Thailand’s first-ever 3D hyper-realistic figure model by MEMORI STUDIO. This cutting-edge technology captures 90% accuracy in detail, using a 360-degree scanner and high-quality 3D printing with premium materials. This innovation transforms memories into one-of-a-kind unparalleled gift experience.
Siam Discovery
- Color Meets Function by ODS - An exhibition that seamlessly blends color and functionality, set within the minimalist elegance of a clean, white house-like space. Every piece on display is more than just decoration, each is a functional work of art and design, crafted to be both visually striking and practically usable.
- Future Lab Volume 4: Design Culture x PatPixels - An open space for everyone to explore and express their unique identity, featuring the Co-Create & Collaborate phenomenon of the year. In partnership with Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, Yuedpao, ODS, and Siam Discovery, this exclusive Bangkok Design Week 2025 exhibition is crafted in collaboration with artist PatPixels. Presented as a design lab, the exhibition embodies the essence of Design Culture, showcasing one-of-a-kind, hyper-personalized patterns.
- Reflection You - An immersive art installation that reflects identity through multiple perspectives, presented within a dynamic, cube-shaped structure. The artwork creates depth and movement, constantly shifting its visual narrative to offer a fresh, ever-changing self-reflection. At the heart of the installation is the fox character, a symbol of wit and cleverness, brought to life by the acclaimed artist Cheese Arnon (Arnon Neiysoongnoen). Depicted in various playful poses, the fox injects energy and vibrancy into the space, bridging the connection from Siam Paragon to Siam Discovery. This installation fosters interaction between people and the diverse experiences within the space, making it more than just a shopping destination.
ICONSIAM, a world-class landmark on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, reaffirms its position as a pioneer in creating the first and largest Art in Mall experience. Showcasing exclusive creative works, immersive art installations, and engaging activities, ICONSIAM collaborates with esteemed partner organizations to curate a selection of one-of-a-kind artistic masterpieces. Highlights include:
- ICONCRAFT X THANIYA : The Stellar Zodiac Collection - An exhibition that tells the story of the sky, stars, and zodiac signs and their influence on life, beliefs, faith, and destiny. This immersive journey into the world of craftsmanship and fine artistry showcases intricately hand-painted ceramic works from the renowned brand Thaniya1988, meticulously created by master artisans. Enhancing the experience, the exhibition integrates exclusive scent compositions designed by MN Formula, offering a multi-sensory exploration of the deep connection between fragrance, astrology, and the cosmos.
- ICONSIAM ART & CULTURE Experience the highlights of Thai masterful artistry, showcasing invaluable masterpieces that elevate Thai art to the global stage. ICONSIAM is committed to establishing itself as a world-class art destination, dedicated to promoting and supporting both Thai and international artists. This initiative provides an open space where everyone can engage with and appreciate these exceptional works up close every day. Highlights include:
o Symbols of Suvarnabhumi Embody Light of Wisdom” by Prof. Preecha Thaothong, located on G Floor, ICONLUXE
o Mae - Nam by Haberdashery Studio, inspiring the three-dimensional Kanok Flame Sculpture.
o Flower-Garland Chandelier Exudes Thai Hospitality, designed by Petra Junova from LASVIT, a renowned Czech design company.
o Earthen-Jar and Wall Patterns for Thai Regions’ Cultural Touch, representing different regions of Thailand, located on G Floor, SookSiam.
o “Golden Teardrop” Contemporary Sculpture, a golden droplet-shaped artwork that has been showcased at the prestigious Venice Biennale.
o“Auspicious Poles”, eight radiant golden pillars adorned with leaf-print patterns, created by Professor Thavorn Ko-Udomvit, a globally recognized Thai artist.
o“The Light of Siam” Impressionist Art Wall, a 60-meter-long stained-glass masterpiece, designed by Sittiwut Yavichai, a rising Thai artist. Inspired by traditional Thai craftsmanship, he reinterprets Buddhist stained-glass art, a rare and exquisite form, through a contemporary Impressionist approach.
o “ICONSIAM the Makers” (Power of United Thainess), a monumental 10 x 27-meter collage artwork by Assistant Professor Prateep Suthathongthai, a renowned printmaking and photo-collage artist. This iconic masterpiece blends over 35,000 images of various sources, capturing various dimensions of Thai identity, cultural heritage, and the essence of ICONSIAM. The composition forms the word “Thai”. This landmark masterpiece encapsulates every essence of ICONSIAM, standing proudly at Suralai Hall, 7th floor.
- A special Thai-Chinese relationship sculpture is showcased at the "Lancang to Chao Phraya" exhibition, celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and the People's Republic of China. This global-level exhibition will highlight cultural exchange through a special sculpture series, Chubby Woman with Dragon & Naga, marking the first collaboration between Thailand's National Artist, Professor Emeritus Preecha Thaothong, and renowned Chinese artist Mr. Xu Hongfei. Their artwork symbolizes the deep cultural ties between the two nations, fostering a meaningful and complete cultural exchange.
- Trace of Sunlight & February by ArtVentureNFT This art exhibition that captures the beauty and memories left behind by sunlight. Created by five artists—ORON (Jakkrit Somhirun), TOMATO HEAD (Pornpaphin Latha), 29 Art-Studio (Wuttipat Wongdee), Captain Mozmo (Natcha Lewansaengthong), Lookplu8 (Oraya Laddaklom)—along with special guest Narisara Piawvimangsa, the exhibition takes place at ICON Art & Culture Space, 8th floor, ICONSIAM. The "Traces of Sunlight" concept symbolizes new beginnings and reflects the growth process of five flower species, each uniquely designed by the artists. Using sunlight as a metaphor, the exhibition follows the journey from a seed’s first sprout to its full bloom, illustrating transformation through the power of light.
Bangkok Design Week 2025 takes place across various districts in Bangkok, offering an immersive experience beyond expectations in every dimension. The event showcases art and design through the fusion of art and culture, featuring works from both Thai and international artists. Stay updated on exhibition details within Siam Piwat’s shopping centers by following the official Facebook page: Siam Piwat and other affiliated shopping centers’ pages at https://www.siampiwat.com/assets/bangkokdesignweek2025
