BANGKOK, Jan. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Knoll brought its enduring design philosophy to Bangkok with an intimate evening of conversation and exchange, bringing together leaders from Thailand's architecture and design community to explore the lasting relevance of Florence Knoll's concept of Total Design.
Hosted in Bangkok and presented in partnership with Pergo, part of CHANINTR Group, the event examined how Florence Knoll's multidisciplinary approach, integrating furniture, architecture, textiles, and space planning, continues to influence contemporary practice across workplaces, hospitality, and public environments.
A distinguished panel of design leaders shared their perspectives on Knoll's design legacy and its relevance within today's global and regional context:
- Ms Sarinrath Kamolratanapiboon, CEO, DWP
- Ms Theeranuj Karnasuta Wongwaisayawan, Managing Director, IA49
- Mr Chanintr Sirisant, CEO, CHANINTR
- Alexandra Ramundi, Workplace Strategist, MillerKnoll
Moderated by Jeremy Smart, editor-in-chief of Design Anthology and an internationally respected design commentator, the discussion explored how Florence Knoll's Total Design philosophy remains a powerful framework for creating cohesive, human-centred environments. From Knoll's modernist foundations to the realities of contemporary practice in Southeast Asia, the conversation highlighted design as both a cultural and strategic force.
Reflecting on the partnership and local relevance of the event, Chanintr Sirisant, CEO, CHANINTR, said: "Knoll's approach to design has always been grounded in clarity, purpose, and integrity, values that strongly resonate within the Thai design community. Hosting this conversation in Bangkok allowed us to connect global design thinking with local practice, and to explore how Total Design continues to inform meaningful, long-lasting environments today."
The panel also reflected on sustainability, longevity, and the value of specifying enduring design, themes that strongly resonate in the Thai market, where craftsmanship, materiality, and thoughtful reuse are increasingly central to architectural discourse.
Praveen Muppidi, Senior Regional Director, South Asia & South East Asia, MillerKnoll, added: "Southeast Asia is an increasingly important region for the MillerKnoll collective, and Thailand plays a key role in that growth. Bringing Knoll's Total Design philosophy into conversation with local designers is not about introducing something new, but about reconnecting with principles that continue to shape thoughtful, human-centred design across markets."
The event brought together architects, interior designers, and industry leaders for an evening of insight, dialogue, and connection, set against a curated presentation of Knoll's iconic modernist and contemporary pieces.
As Knoll continues to expand its presence across Southeast Asia, events such as this underscore the brand's commitment to engaging local design communities and reinforcing its role as a leader in modern architectural design.
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About Knoll
Knoll brings order and beauty to workplace, hospitality, and residential environments. Founded in New York City in 1938, the furniture and interiors brand is known for design collaborations with the architects, artists, and designers who shape our cultural zeitgeist. The Knoll portfolio features works from modernist greats including Eero Saarinen, Marcel Breuer, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, alongside new furniture designed by contemporary provocateurs like Willo Perron, Jonathan Muecke, and architecture firm Johnston Marklee. With a relational approach that considers color, material, finish, and form, Knoll allows architects and designers to deliver a complete experience of space. Learn more at Knoll.com.
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Knoll Explores Total Design with Thailand's Design Community in Bangkok
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- Bleisure interest exceeds 85% in the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, with business travelers eager to extend their stay for some downtime.
- Markets with typically conservative business travel cultures show strong bleisure intent, with over half of Japanese business travelers planning to add personal time to work trips.
SINGAPORE, Jan. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report reveals that business travelers across Asia-Pacific are increasingly blending work with play, with a striking 76% of surveyed business travelers planning to combine business trips with personal leisure. Some markets are seeing interest from travelers exceeding 90%, signaling a fundamental transformation in how professionals approach corporate travel, turning airport layovers into extended getaways.
Business travel among respondents remains a priority for 2026, with Indonesia leading at 27%, followed by the Philippines at 20% and Vietnam at 19%. However, the real story emerges once their meetings wrap up.
Among those planning business trips, the appetite for extending stays to include leisure activities proves overwhelming. This is especially so in the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, where more than 85% of business travelers stated they are eager to extend their stays for some downtime. Filipino respondents topped the bleisure rankings at 95%, while Thai travelers followed closely at 92% and Vietnamese at 86%.
In markets like Japan and Indonesia, where work culture is traditionally more reserved, a majority of business travelers appear to embrace the trend. In Japan, 58% of business travelers plan to tack on personal time to their corporate itineraries, while South Korea showed strong adoption at 76%.
These findings reflect broader industry momentum, with the global bleisure travel market projected to reach as high as $1.71 trillion by 2032.
Omri Morgenshtern, Chief Executive Officer at Agoda shared: "Across Asia-Pacific, we're seeing professionals plan to intentionally extend their work trips with personal days to enjoy local experiences and make the most of their time on the road. At Agoda, we're focused on making it easy for travelers to seamlessly plan both the business and leisure parts of their journey, all in one place and at great rates."
Whether booking a hotel near the convention center or extending a stay to explore local attractions, Agoda's platform offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes and over 300,000 activities that can all be combined in the same booking. Travelers can seamlessly plan both the business and leisure portions of their trip with great value deals at agoda.com or Agoda's mobile app.
- Bleisure travel remains a priority for business travelers across Asia-Pacific, where a striking 76% of surveyed business travelers plan to combine business trips with personal leisure.
- Bleisure interest exceeds 85% in the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, with business travelers eager to extend their stay for some downtime.
- Markets with typically conservative business travel cultures show strong bleisure intent, with over half of Japanese business travelers planning to add personal time to work trips.
SINGAPORE, Jan. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report reveals that business travelers across Asia-Pacific are increasingly blending work with play, with a striking 76% of surveyed business travelers planning to combine business trips with personal leisure. Some markets are seeing interest from travelers exceeding 90%, signaling a fundamental transformation in how professionals approach corporate travel, turning airport layovers into extended getaways.
Business travel among respondents remains a priority for 2026, with Indonesia leading at 27%, followed by the Philippines at 20% and Vietnam at 19%. However, the real story emerges once their meetings wrap up.
Among those planning business trips, the appetite for extending stays to include leisure activities proves overwhelming. This is especially so in the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, where more than 85% of business travelers stated they are eager to extend their stays for some downtime. Filipino respondents topped the bleisure rankings at 95%, while Thai travelers followed closely at 92% and Vietnamese at 86%.
In markets like Japan and Indonesia, where work culture is traditionally more reserved, a majority of business travelers appear to embrace the trend. In Japan, 58% of business travelers plan to tack on personal time to their corporate itineraries, while South Korea showed strong adoption at 76%.
These findings reflect broader industry momentum, with the global bleisure travel market projected to reach as high as $1.71 trillion by 2032.
Omri Morgenshtern, Chief Executive Officer at Agoda shared: "Across Asia-Pacific, we're seeing professionals plan to intentionally extend their work trips with personal days to enjoy local experiences and make the most of their time on the road. At Agoda, we're focused on making it easy for travelers to seamlessly plan both the business and leisure parts of their journey, all in one place and at great rates."
Whether booking a hotel near the convention center or extending a stay to explore local attractions, Agoda's platform offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes and over 300,000 activities that can all be combined in the same booking. Travelers can seamlessly plan both the business and leisure portions of their trip with great value deals at agoda.com or Agoda's mobile app.
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report Reveals Bleisure is on Travelers Minds Across Asia-Pacific
Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report Reveals Bleisure is on Travelers Minds Across Asia-Pacific
