living on the east coast is like moving
away from civilization, a move into a
more Beautiful Phuket. the east coast
beckons with unsurpassable views
overlooking Phang Nga Bay.
Tranquil Beauty
Phang Nga Bay comprises pristine limestone islands and calm turquoise waters which change colour at different times of the day. An aquamarine green in the mornings, and as the sun sets, the mirror-like surface is dyed an ethereal pink. On the lands facing this enchanting body of water separating Phuket from the mainland, a quiet revolutionary transformation is taking place.
Super-sized pleasure crafts, moored in the Yacht Haven Marina on the Northeast coast of Phuket, are being drawn to the Andaman from as far away as Europe, their presence appropriately embellishes the new sophisticated image of Phuket. Opulence and world-class golf courses are never far away from each other. Mission Hills Country Club, designed by Jack Nicklaus, boasts seafront golf for the truly devoted. Near Ao Po, a picturesque residential project - The Estate Beachfront, is the creation of acclaimed Krys Tarnowski, whose theme of graceful tropical elegance balances the untamed wildness of the area perfectly.
Campbell Kane is a developer with a large presence in Yamu. Their ambition includes 3 projects - Cape Yamu, an estate of 33 villas, The Yamu, a luxury hotel and The Bay, a collection of 8 villas. Instead of dwarfing the surrounding greenery, these architectural creations are designed to complement the lush wildness. Understated elegance is the standard. Working with Adrian Zecha of the AMAN and GHM group and Phillipe Starck, whose names are synonymous with excellence, the developers, endowed with an environmental conscience and an eye for aesthetics, have started on projects which emphasizes the importance of maintaining the balance between nature and construction. Although Yamu is undergoing a whole makeover as sleepy fishing villages make way for modern palatial dwellings, its natural beauty will never be compromised by overbuilding.
From Yamu, once on the main road, make a left. This direction takes you down south towards the Boat Lagoon where rests the Watermark on wooden decks. It is a restaurant where super yachts are part of its décor. Delicious food, gorgeous women and big fast boats – it is a fantastic place to be on Friday evenings. Other residential projects in the vicinity include the brand new Royal Phuket Marina, which is a 10 minute drive away, phase 1 of which is launched and successfully complete. At the water’s edge, restaurants, bars and cafes, located conveniently overlooking the new international yacht marina, coupled with offices and residences, are attracting the attention of international investors with promises of glamour and style.
The storm of excitement on the east coast, whipped up by sudden global attention helps in ensuring an even rate of development on the island. In a few years, the east coast will develop an affluent laidback charm, affording visitors and residents a different aspect of island life.
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