Founded just over two years ago, local interior architectural firm, LAANK Private Limited, is already expanding the reach of its regionally acclaimed design practice by opening its first office outside of Singapore in Bangkok, Thailand.

Set up by siblings Cherin and Clarence Tan, LAANK aims to redefine the way people live and experience space by creating diverse, innovative, and exciting environments.

LAANK is built upon my personal drive to make a difference in the interior design industry. Its not just about aesthetics it is about creating an experience, and also functionality, workmanship, and value,? says Cherin Tan, Creative Director and Co-founder of LAANK.

Marrying usability, functionality and aesthetics, LAANK has become known for creating architectural interiors that give a holistic experience beautiful, stylish interiors that also employ maximum functionality of the space based on the philosophy of developing meticulously considered designs according to each projects unique characteristics.

As a boutique-sized firm, LAANK takes pride in being able to handle every detail and the soft touches that often go beyond the capability of large firms. Our design philosophy sets us apart from other companies; we ensure that each project is unique as we conceptualise the space based on the characteristic of the brand and its products,? says Clarence Tan, Director of Business Development and Co-founder of LAANK.

Cherin has a decades worth of experience in architecture and interior design work, including six years at internationally acclaimed design firm Asylum and three years at WOW Architects. Her brother, Clarence, handles the business development arm of LAANK, with experience as a quantity surveyor.

LAANK offers an integrated suite of services that includes experiential designing, interior architecture work and third party consultancy management. The firms projects span the range from lifestyle and hospitality spaces to corporate offices and private residential projects in Singapore, Bangkok and Jakarta.

Notable commercial projects in Singapore include Beauty Candy Apothecary at Cluny Court, a luxurious lifestyle concept store in a quaint space; the wine bar Pidgin at Dempsey, which boasts an eclectic and casual ambience with a touch of French finesse; and Upside Motion, a yoga studio on Armenian Street.

Regionally, LAANK worked on the 3,000 sq ft Greenhub Service Office in Jakarta, Indonesia. The office space they created for the LHN Group combined style, class and functionality, encapsulating the image of Greenhub and creating a comfortable yet productive environment for employees.

The newly-opened Bangkok office will allow LAANK to seize more opportunities for architectural projects in the region, spreading its philosophy of well-thought, creative design that encompasses a holistic experience.