Jim Thompson House , Sukhumvit
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The legend of Jim Thompson is outlined in every Thailand guidebook, while the iconic brand’s products are in 13 shops around Bangkok and two factory outlets.
For the true experience, head for the historic Jim Thompson House and learn about the brand’s mysterious namesake, an American who gained worldwide recognition for rebuilding the Thai silk industry before disappearing in the Malaysian jungle in 1967. The traditional Thai-style teak house, surrounded by plants and trees, is filled with Southeast Asian antiques that he acquired through his travels. But don't let us convince you of its quality. Somerset Maugham, who dined with Thompson at this house in 1959, summed it up best: "You have not only beautiful things, but what is rare, you have arranged them with faultless taste."
Jim Thompson settled in Bangkok after Word War II.
His home was the talk of Bangkok when he built it. Today it is like an oasis in the centre of Bangkok with the lush, cool gardens and peaceful setting. The house, built in Thai style, has a wonderful collection of art work and original silk screen prints.
It's not a big place to explore so it's a good early morning side trip to other shopping destinations such as MBK and Siam Paragon since it's nearby.
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