The Diplomat, Sukhumvit: A bespoke designer penthouse with sweeping skyline views
Soi Sukhumvit 39, Khlong Tana Nuea, Vadhana, Bangkok, Thailand
Condo | For Sale
Vimol Kogar, Arcadia Consulting
The Diplomat is a 31-storey development featuring Palladian-inspired architecture and comprising 391 one- to four-bedroom apartments. This full-floor penthouse, located on the 30th floor, features contemporary interiors with a monochrome palette of black and white, along with refined finishes and bespoke furnishings by Liaigre, B&B Italia and Minotti. It also features expansive glass windows that fill the space with natural light and offer views of the stunning Bangkok skyline.
Owner’s insights
The Diplomat stood out immediately for its timeless elegance and prime location in the heart of Sukhumvit. As a penthouse, it offered not only exceptional privacy and exclusivity but also panoramic views over one of Bangkok’s most dynamic districts. The refined architecture, low-density design, and proximity to the BTS Phrom Phong station and top-tier amenities made it an easy decision.
The brief I gave to my designer was that this penthouse has to be modern, and a bit avant-garde. It has to not just accommodate everyone in my family but also help us entertain our friends and create a lasting impression.
It is built to be a permanent home in the city with room to spare, where we can live exceptionally well and entertain our friends, and most importantly it has to embody an avant-garde modern style that allows us to enjoy good art and good design, every day.
The penthouse is also furnished with a handpicked selection of pieces from world-renowned brands—Minotti, Christian Liaigre, B&B Italia, Zaha Hadid’s iconic sculptural furniture, Ligne Roset, and Alexander Lamont. Each piece was chosen not just for aesthetics, but for how it contributes to the atmosphere. The interiors feel curated like a gallery, yet warm and inviting—creating a seamless dialogue between design, light, and sky.
The ‘Glass’ pavilion allows me to enjoy the view of the city with the terrace regardless of the weather. They’re also east-facing, which is perfect since the sun in Thailand is especially unforgiving in the afternoon. What that means is that I’m able to enjoy the outdoor terrace from much earlier in the afternoon than westward-facing terraces, and it’s something that is totally underrated here.
It’s close to the city’s best dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, including EmQuartier and Benjasiri Park, but still maintains a sense of calm and community. Everything is walkable.
Key features
- Multiple entertaining and lounging areas
- Dining area spills to the balcony with 180-degree skyline views
- Gourmet kitchen designed by Binova with appliances by Fisher & Paykel
- Four bedrooms, including a master’s with ensuite and spacious walk-in robe
The Diplomat highlights
- 24-hour concierge and security
- Facilities include a garden, gym, office, exclusive parking and swimming pool
- Close to BTS Phrom Phong’s public transport stations
- Close to international schools, hospitals and parks
- Close to Bangkok’s shopping district and lifestyle offerings, including restaurants and cafes
