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BANGKOK, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

-- Taking up residence inside the iconic King Power Mahanakhon, this urban

retreat offers world-class design, retail and cultural programming anchored by

dynamic food, drink, and after-dark offerings

The Standard is delighted to announce the opening of The Standard, Bangkok

Mahanakhon, its flagship in Asia and the latest addition to the King Power

Group portfolio. The hotel will leverage the iconic building's architecture and

energy and will bring the brand's signature mix of culture, design,

entertainment and hospitality to the Thai capital. With 155 rooms and suites

and a central location in downtown Bangkok, the property offers the perfect

getaway to Old Town, where a wealth of cultural attractions and a dynamic art

scene await. To reflect the unmistakable energy of the Thai capital, The

Standard's "anything but standard" ethos is translated into exciting amenities,

one-of-a-kind culinary programming at six food and beverage spaces, and meeting

venues that break the mold.

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Srettha Thavisin, Chairman of Standard International, revealed: "We are

incredibly thrilled about the launch of The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon in

Thailand. This iconic flagship hotel of The Standard represents an

extraordinary phenomenon in the hospitality industry not only in Asia, but

globally as well. We are confident that The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon will

have huge success in delivering the ultimate hotel experience – unlike any

other in Thailand."

At one with the city

To conceptualize the uber-social property, Spanish artist and designer Jaime

Hayon and The Standard's award-winning in-house design team delved into the

synergy between Bangkok's melting pot of cultures and free-form artistic

exploration. The resulting spaces are fresh and intertwined with

reinterpretations of cultural cues, such as Marco Brambilla's video monument to

Hollywood dreams and excesses, in the lobby. Titled "Heaven's Gate", this

provocative artwork is the first installment in the "Box" series, a concept

inspired by the brand's first property in Hollywood that showcased an

ever-changing roster of art installations.

A feast for the senses

With six distinctive dining, drinking and nightlife venues, The Standard,

Bangkok Mahanakhon promises to shake things up in Bangkok's neighborhood on the

up. The Standard Grill, a spirited American brasserie informed by the brand's

celebrated original at The Standard, High Line in New York's Meatpacking

District, seamlessly transitions from power breakfast to social hotspot at

night. On the menu are all-day classics such as The Standard BKK Wagyu Burger

with foie gras as well as beef tartare and whole carved ribs served table-side

from custom-made wood and marble trolleys.

High up on the 76th floor, guests can experience one of Bangkok's most

anticipated restaurant unveilings of the year – a collaboration with

award-winning chef Francisco "Paco" Ruano. His Mexican-inspired restaurant Ojo

draws on Bangkok's progressive outlook and the venue's whimsical design,

referencing Mexico's ancient civilizations to deliver flavors never experienced

in Thailand or the region, such as aguachile seasonal prawns and bone marrow

tortillas, complemented by inventive cocktails and a thoughtful wine list.

Bringing together Chef Paco's culinary prowess, panoramic views, creative

beverage program and genre-bending décor, Ojo will sit proudly beside The

Standard's legendary Boom Boom Room in New York City and London's star

attraction Decimo as one of the world's best rooftop venues.

For 360-degree views from the 78th floor perch there is Sky Beach, Bangkok's

highest rooftop bar mixing blissed-out ambiance, downtempo beats, a

hard-hitting cocktail selection from one of Thailand's most celebrated

mixologists and all-day froze.  Guests can also enjoy award-winning Chinese

cuisine at Mott 32 Bangkok's open-air terrace dotted with lush greenery. The

famous apple wood roasted Peking duck is not to be missed, as are expertly

curated cocktails and authentic Cantonese, Beijing and Szechuan cuisine. At

Tease, a strikingly graphic, black and white bijoux tea room, the room

overflows with whimsy and wonder. Guests can discover alcohol-infused brews,

tasty savory and sweet treats such as Quail & Whiskey Party Pie, and Chocolate

Praline, Mixed Berry Milkshakes found nowhere else in Bangkok, and a setting

inspired by Vienna's grand cafes. The elegant Fuerstenberg-porzellan Chinaware

completes this special experience.

For comfort food with a side of The Standard's cultural programming, guests can

visit The Parlor. The menu offers authentic Thai cuisine, all day breakfast and

cocktails like Honey Trap and Be Wild, created by "Milk" Thanaworachayakit, the

hotel's beverage manager. In addition to an eclectic playlist spotlighting

local and global talent, curated by The Standard's music division, the hotel's

relaxed social hub hosts talks and workshops, including astrology sessions,

live performances, and themed bingo nights inspired by the fabled bingo

sessions at The Standard, High Line.

Artful touches

Public spaces at the hotel immerse guests into the local community and

introduce them to Bangkok's vibrant creative scene through the elements of fine

art hidden in plain sight. A stunning and vibrant Marc Quinn, "Flood Plain of

the Tributaries of the Orinocco", 2018, from King Power's private collection,

enhances the color and personality at reception. Hidden in plain sight in the

corridors leading to the elevator and The Parlor is a breathtaking, original,

Joan Miro sculpture, entitled, "Personnage" (bronze sculpture at L4), 1976,

also from the King Power collection.  In the lobby they are greeted by a

portrait of a couple, caught in an embrace, embedded in the floor. Overhead,

locally handmade rattan lamps create an intricate canopy, while fine objects in

the shop are the labor of love of local artists as well as The Standard and its

collaborators. Chief Design Officer, Verena Haller and design team, hand-picked

art, antiques and curiosities, creating their version of a shoppable flee

market, enhancing both the custom designed and locally sourced furniture,

creating meticulously designed and incredibly inviting spaces guests never want

to leave.

The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon now introduces its opening offer "Bite into

Bangkok". Offering guests staying between 29th July and 30th September 2022 the

opportunity to experience Bangkok's most exciting restaurant concepts, the

package comes with up to THB 5,000 hotel and dining credits per day, depending

on the room category.

For more information on the hotel, guests can visit

www.standardhotels.com/bangkok/properties/bangkok, call 02 085 8888, email

stbkk@standardhotels.com or add us via LINE OA @TheStandardBangkok.

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About The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon:

Created in partnership with King Power Group and Standard International, The

Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon is The Standard's Asia flagship and a world-class

global destination. Bangkok's spirit of innovation and unconventionality made

Bangkok the perfect locale for The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon. Located in one

of the most iconic buildings in Bangkok, the King Power Mahanakhon, the

155-room hotel is already a landmark. With rooms ranging from 40 sq. m. to 144

sq. m. penthouse, a terrace pool, gym and spa, meeting rooms and a  variety of

food, drink and nightlife venues, the hotel is a fit for any traveler, at any

time of day or night. There's Parlor, the hub of the hotel for check-in and

out, cocktails, work or lounging, the eclectic and unexpected Tea Room,

American steakhouse classics at The Standard Grill, and award-winning Chinese

cuisine by Mott 32, and two  sky-high dining experience from Ojo a

Mexican-inspired restaurant directed by one of the finest chefs in Mexico to

Sky Beach the highest alfresco rooftop bar in Bangkok.

CONTACT: Nicha Pongstaporn, nicha.pongstaporn@standardhotels.com; Jennifer

Foley, Jennifer.foley@standardhotels.com

SOURCE  The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon