Chapman Taylor reimagines Bar.Yard at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok
Chapman Taylor has delivered the interior design for the transformation of Bar.Yard, the award-winning rooftop destination perched on the 40th floor of Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok. The renovation re-energises the venue with a bold new identity, refreshed spatial layout and vibrant design language that reflects Bangkok’s heat, nightlife and cultural dynamism.
Working closely with the client and in line with IHG brand direction, our design approach focused on amplifying the bar’s personality while improving flexibility and comfort. The reimagined interior introduces a fluid layout that supports everything from intimate social moments to high-energy evenings, allowing the space to evolve seamlessly throughout the night.
The refreshed visual identity brings Thai pride to the forefront, with a vivid colour palette and expressive motifs including the Hornbill, Bird of Paradise, Serpent and Sun, woven through the interior environment. These elements create a striking visual universe that is instantly recognisable while reinforcing the venue’s connection to local culture and climate.
Lighting, furniture and spatial zoning were carefully considered to support both atmosphere and performance, ensuring the rooftop remains cool, inviting and adaptable even during Bangkok’s warm evenings. The result is a space that balances theatrical energy with comfort, positioning Bar.Yard as a defining social destination within the city’s skyline.
Set within the landmark Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok on Langsuan Road beside Lumphini Park, the project strengthens the hotel’s reputation as a sophisticated fusion of local culture, contemporary design and international hospitality.
Through this interior transformation, Chapman Taylor has helped elevate Bar.Yard from a popular rooftop venue into a bold, immersive destination that captures the spirit of Bangkok after dark.
