Insights & Updates
Expert insights, market updates, and practical guides to help you navigate the Phuket real estate market.
Condos & ApartmentsHow do I cool down my loft? Ways to cool down your loft: Insulation Install an air conditioning unit Ventilation Skylights/windows Seal the holes Reflective roofing Insulation acts as an effective barrier against temperature extremes, making it a useful method of keeping the…
Condos & ApartmentsAre lofts nice to live? Lofts are perfect for renters who love unique charm, urban life and expansive space. Depending on the layout of the loft apartment, you can usually accommodate multiple roommates in these large spaces. Sometimes you can find lofts outside the city.…
Condos & ApartmentsIs a loft considered a bedroom? Can the attic count as a bedroom? Generally speaking, if you can close off the loft for privacy and it meets the minimum standards discussed above, then you can consider it a bedroom. While some locations may have stricter building code…
Condos & ApartmentsWhat’s the difference between a loft and a studio? A studio apartment has only one or two bedrooms; a loft is much larger and can be divided into smaller spaces. A contractor creates a loft apartment from an old commercial property, such as a factory or warehouse, and then…
Condos & ApartmentsAre loft apartments noisy? “When it comes to noise, many of the old industrial buildings used for attics have wood floors that also double as attic floors”, Dickerson said. Often there is no drywall or insulation between the floors to create an enclosed space, which means it’s…
Condos & ApartmentsCan a loft collapse? Items stored on the roof can cause the ceiling to begin to bow and cause cracks that can cause your ceiling to fail and collapse. Are lofts safe? However, as the roof space is common, it can often be a dangerous place to suffer careless injuries. With boxes…
Condos & ApartmentsWhat is the difference between a loft and an apartment? Size: Lofts tend to have more square footage than traditional apartments and studios. Loft buildings usually have floor-to-ceiling windows in an open industrial area, while apartments often have less open space. Why is it…
Condos & ApartmentsLofts are often spacious with an open concept that offers more flexible decorating and creates separate areas for work and play. High ceilings also make lofts feel larger than life. Apartments are not usually known for their open-minded lifestyle. That makes lofts a desirable…
Visas & ResidencyCan I buy Thai citizenship? Yes, you can. The Thai Government does not require you to renounce your previous citizenship after obtaining Thai Citizenship. Likewise, if you apply for citizenship of another country while holding a Thai passport, you can still keep both the…
