Cover Witnessing a profound revolution in luxury living, Layan Verde reimagines resort living as a living, self-sustaining ecosystem where architecture, landscape, and everyday life flow seamlessly into one another. (Image: Layan Verde)
Witnessing a profound revolution in luxury living, Layan Verde reimagines resort living as a living, self-sustaining ecosystem where architecture, landscape, and everyday life flow seamlessly into one another. (Image: Layan Verde)
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Witnessing a profound revolution in luxury living, Layan Verde reimagines resort living as a living, self-sustaining ecosystem where architecture, landscape, and everyday life flow seamlessly into one another
For centuries, Phuket has functioned as a grand cultural canvas. Sea nomads once anchored off its shores long before roads existed; Indian merchants traversed the Andaman Sea carrying spices and textiles; and tin mining drew waves of Chinese artisans and European traders. Rather than eclipsing one another, these distinct cultures accumulated into a rich, tactile tapestry—shaping the island’s rituals, flavors, and architecture.
Today, this storied destination is witnessing a profound revolution in luxury living. Situated moments from Layan Beach and bordering Sirinat National Park, Layan Verde emerges as a new benchmark for tropical development across its 7.5-hectare site. With an estimated development value of approximately USD 637 million, it represents more than two-thirds of developer VillaCarte Group’s total portfolio by value. Yet, its true distinction lies far beyond scale alone: Layan Verde reimagines resort living as a self-sustaining ecosystem where architecture, landscape, and everyday life flow seamlessly into one another.
“What makes Layan Verde unique is that it could not simply be lifted from Phuket and placed somewhere else,” explains Vadym Bukhkalov, Founder of VillaCarte Group. “Its architecture responds to the landscape, while local materials, craftsmanship and the people behind the project give it a distinctly Thai identity in a contemporary form. For us, that is where the idea of collectible real estate begins: not as a label, but in creating something with a strong sense of place and a character worth holding on to. We believe that this deep connection to place gives Layan Verde the potential to create enduring value—not only as a real estate asset, but as a place people will want to live in, return to, and pass on to the next generation.”
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Above Grounded in the principles of bionic architecture, the master plan replaces traditional geometric blocks with organic forms, terraced layers, and cascading structures that honor the hillside’s natural slope. (Image: Layan Verde)
Above Situated moments from Layan Beach and bordering Sirinat National Park, Layan Verde emerges as a new benchmark for tropical development. (Image: Layan Verde)
Grounded in the principles of bionic architecture, the master plan replaces traditional geometric blocks with organic forms, terraced layers, and cascading structures that honor the hillside’s natural slope. (Image: Layan Verde)
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Architecture Shaped by Nature
To translate this vision into physical form, VillaCarte Group turned to Mohammed Adib, Partner and Chief Design Officer at Dewan Architects + Engineers (ranked No. 32 in the World Architecture 100). Grounded in the principles of bionic architecture, the master plan replaces traditional geometric blocks with organic forms, terraced layers, and cascading structures that honor the hillside’s natural slope.
Rather than imposing built forms upon the land, the residences appear to grow out of it. Green roofs, planted façades, and lush balconies soften the boundary between concrete and canopy. In June 2026, this vision was named Asia’s Best Residential Architecture Design at the Asia Architecture Design Awards in Vietnam.
To achieve a "see but not be seen" design philosophy, the development leverages the terrain:
- Terrain as a Shield: The stepped master plan staggers buildings down the slope, orienting residences toward the coast without looking into adjacent homes.
- Landscape as Privacy: Irregular balconies draped in hanging greenery act as natural visual filters.
- Subterranean Infrastructure: Service and back-of-house functions are tucked beneath the elevated buildings, preserving a quiet, pedestrian-focused realm above.
- Passive Climate Control: Deep overhangs, shaded open-air circulation, and strategic glazing work together to minimize solar exposure naturally.
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Above The defining architectural idea behind Layan Verde is to maximize openness to the landscape and sea while preserving personal sanctuary (Image: Layan Verde)
Above Layan Verde is conceived not as architecture placed within nature, but as an extension of it — an inhabited tropical landscape in which buildings, vegetation and water flow into one another. (Image: Layan Verde)
The defining architectural idea behind Layan Verde is to maximize openness to the landscape and sea while preserving personal sanctuary (Image: Layan Verde)
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A Living Landscape
Landscape is not merely decorative at Layan Verde—it is the structural backbone of the entire development. Designed by Bangkok-based landscape firm SHMA across more than 16,500 square metres, the landscape forms part of approximately 40% of the site dedicated to infrastructure, shared spaces and landscaping. Over 300 carefully selected plant species establish a self-regulating, layered microclimate, while green façades absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen, and naturally cool the surrounding air. Sweeping through this dynamic environment is an extensive aquatic network of streams, ponds, quiet pools, and more than 10 cascading waterfalls, which bring soothing natural acoustic dampening, gentle breezes, and an ever-present connection to nature throughout the day.
Above Landscape is not merely decorative at Layan Verde, it functions as a living tropical sanctuary where nature and architecture interweave. (Image: Layan Verde)
Above Sweeping through this dynamic environment is an extensive aquatic network of streams, ponds, quiet pools, and more than 10 cascading waterfalls, which bring soothing natural acoustic dampening, gentle breezes, and an ever-present connection to nature throughout the day. (Image: Layan Verde)
Landscape is not merely decorative at Layan Verde, it functions as a living tropical sanctuary where nature and architecture interweave. (Image: Layan Verde)
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Tactile Interiors Rooted in Phuket
Inside, the design language moves away from literal ornament, translating Phuket’s heritage into sophisticated, tactile palettes. Travertine, onyx, marble, terrazzo, copper, terracotta, and natural timber evoke the island’s rich mineral history—from tin and pearl to jade and stone.
Rather than relying on imported, homogenized luxury, Layan Verde spotlights contemporary Thai design and craftsmanship. Bespoke, locally manufactured pieces become structural features, grounding the interiors in authentic material culture.
- Moonler: Crafts solid-wood furnishings, including the WALEE Bench in natural dark and rough rainforest green finishes.
- About Home: Contributes standout focal points, such as the PHUPHĀ Dining Table and Attā Bench.
- Kitt.Ta.Khon: Provides custom-colored BOA BOA Mix chairs created exclusively for the project.
- Pratta & Urban Wood: Delivers tactile lime plasters and eco-conscious Inno+Wood terrace decking.
Above The design language moves away from literal ornament, translating Phuket’s heritage into sophisticated, tactile palettes. (Image: Layan Verde)
Above Rather than relying on imported, homogenized luxury, Layan Verde spotlights contemporary Thai design and craftsmanship. (Image: Layan Verde)
The design language moves away from literal ornament, translating Phuket’s heritage into sophisticated, tactile palettes. (Image: Layan Verde)
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Residences: Premium and Luxury Collections
Layan Verde brings together two distinct residential collections across its 774 residences, delivered fully turnkey with interiors, furniture, and appliances:
- The Premium Collection: Centered on open-plan light and effortless comfort, featuring soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and refined contemporary finishes.
- The Luxury Collection: Tailored for heightened privacy, offering private terrace pools, master suites with walk-in wardrobes, and dedicated utility spaces.
- The Penthouses: Positioned at the apex of the Luxury Collection, these four- and five-bedroom homes span three levels, featuring private rooftop pools, dedicated staff quarters, and customizable spaces for wellness or fitness.
Above Layan Verde brings together two distinct residential collections, delivered fully turnkey with interiors, furniture, and appliances. (Image: Layan Verde)
Above Dusit's intuitive service model elevates residential management—providing professional, discreet care that ensures everyday living feels effortless. (Image: Layan Verde)
Layan Verde brings together two distinct residential collections, delivered fully turnkey with interiors, furniture, and appliances. (Image: Layan Verde)
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Thai Hospitality through Dusit International
A sense of place is created as much by service as it is by stone. Layan Verde integrates 75 years of Thai hospitality heritage through a partnership with Dusit International.
Dusit will operate 389 of the 774 residences alongside one of the development’s two five-star hotels.Their intuitive service model translates that hospitality heritage into everyday life, creating an exceptional residential experience that feels both considered and distinctly Thai.
A Self-Sufficient Urban Cluster
With 40% of the project dedicated to infrastructure, Layan Verde functions as a walkable, self-sufficient ecosystem designed for seasonal retreats, extended remote work, and permanent residence alike.
Above Built with natural stone, timber, and mineral plasters that age gracefully in tropical weather, Layan Verde is engineered to mature over time—allowing architecture and landscape to merge into an enduring sanctuary. (Image: Layan Verde)
Above Sustainability at Layan Verde is engineered as a measurable performance system, targeting formal EDGE certification by embedding resource efficiency directly into the project’s architectural and engineering framework. (Image: Layan Verde)
Built with natural stone, timber, and mineral plasters that age gracefully in tropical weather, Layan Verde is engineered to mature over time—allowing architecture and landscape to merge into an enduring sanctuary. (Image: Layan Verde)
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Measurable Sustainability: The EDGE Framework
Sustainability at Layan Verde is being embedded as a measurable performance system, targeting formal EDGE certification by embedding resource efficiency directly into the project’s architectural and engineering framework. According to interim assessments, the development achieves significant savings compared to conventional standards—projecting reductions of 38.32% in energy use, 30.03% in water consumption, and 34.35% in embodied carbon from building materials. These environmental gains are driven by care-led innovations, including inverter air-conditioning systems that reduce energy consumption by up to 40%, Low-E glazing that lowers electricity costs by an estimated 8.09%, and rooftop solar PV arrays. A multi-stage water reclamation system treats greywater from showers and sinks to supply all landscape irrigation, while advanced purification systems maintain chemical-free swimming pools, ensuring that high performance and everyday comfort exist in complete harmony.
Expected for completion by the end of 2028, Layan Verde is not merely designed for its debut moment. Built with natural stone, timber, and mineral plasters that age gracefully in tropical weather, the development is engineered to mature over time—allowing architecture and landscape to merge into an enduring sanctuary.
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