Chiva-som, Thailand

The first destination spa in Asia and has set the benchmark for innovation and quality ever since, influencing the growth of spas and the wellness boom within the region. The site was unremarkable- a narrow and flat strip of beach. The solution to creating the illusion of space was to set the buildings out diagonally and offset them to each other across the site, coupled with generous indigenous planting and multiple indoor-outdoor spaces. This provided a constantly changing and fully encompassing guest experience. A multi-award-winning project, considered one of the best destination spas in the world, having now been successfully operating for over 20 years. Comprising of 57 guest suites made up of oceanfront rooms and garden pavilions, with extensive, world-leading health and wellness treatments and programmes. www.chivasom.com