Lotus Arts de Vivre to be Featured in Minor Group’s Collection of Luxury Residences in Thailand

BANGKOK, THAILAND, Sept. 10, 2010 – Minor International PCL is pleased to announce a creative partnership with the renowned Lotus Arts de Vivre to accent its Thailand portfolio of luxury properties with extraordinary Thai-inspired objets d’art.

The distinctive, hand-made pieces will be incorporated into the interiors of the new show suite at The Residences at The St. Regis Bangkok (middle right photo), The Estates Samui (lower left photo), and The Residences at Four Seasons Chiang Mai .(above centered photo)

“The Lotus Arts de Vivre collection enhances a distinctive lifestyle that we’ve embraced throughout the design of our residences – a lifestyle of tradition, elegance and luxury,” said William “Bill” E. Heinecke, chairman, CEO and founder of Minor International PCL. “We’re thrilled to feature the unique pieces in these homes.”

Founded and managed by the von Bueren family and based in Bangkok, Lotus Arts de Vivre is renowned for creating extraordinary, one-of-a-kind extraordinary objets d’art inspired by the unique beauty and culture of Southeast Asia.

The creations include distinctive jewelry, home accents, and accessories that are handcrafted by skilled artists and craftspeople living in India, Nepal, and Indonesia. The pieces incorporate beautiful and sumptuous materials from the region, such as rubies, Basra pearls, gold, jade, emeralds, Liana Wood, red lacquer and others.

“We are delighted to collaborate with Minor International to present our collection throughout their beautiful portfolio of properties,” said company president Rolf von Bueren. “Our pieces will blend beautifully with these residences because they are distinct, unique, yet infused with our regional culture and beauty.”

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