An extraordinarily rare opportunity to acquire one of Southeast Asia’s most architecturally significant private residences.
Privately commissioned as a work of art rather than simply a home, Villa East Egg was conceived by internationally acclaimed architect Kulapat Yantrasast, protégé of Tadao Ando and founder of WHY Architecture. Yantrasast is globally recognised for designing the Rockefeller Wing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and leading the Louvre’s most significant museographic transformation in over a decade.
Created as an immersive architectural statement designed to showcase art, light and landscape, Villa East Egg is a residence of exceptional scale, vision and provenance.
Key Financials:
Original asking price US $8,310,000
Bidding from US $2,000,000
Estate Overview:
Set within a secure private estate on Phuket’s sought-after east coast, Villa East Egg occupies 3,480 sq m of land with 1,800 sq m of internal living space.
• 5 bedrooms
• 8 bathrooms
• 3 independent structures: Principal residence, Guest pavilion / independent studio & a garage building with staff accommodation and plant facilities
The property is conveniently located 25 km (20 min drive) from Phuket International Airport and 20 km (15 min drive) from 2 leading international schools in Phuket. The location couldn’t be more perfect, either for permanent living or a holiday home, with all 3 of the islands' marinas and 4 of the islands' 7 championship golf courses all within 25 km (a 20 min drive). The tranquillity of the estate is juxtaposed with the vibrancy of Phuket’s bourgeoning, internationally acclaimed amenity, which stands elevated as the premier destination in SE Asia.
Principal Residence:
The main villa unfolds across three levels connected by a central elevator, with dramatic architectural volumes and carefully curated entertaining spaces throughout.
Features include:
Upper Level:
• Grand living and entertaining spaces
• Dining area
• Secondary kitchen
• Elevated views and seamless indoor-outdoor flow
First Floor:
• Exceptional principal suite
• Luxury bathroom
• Separate bathing and shower area
Ground Floor:
• 2 en suite bedrooms
• Private cinema room
• Designer Vipp kitchen
Additional highlights:
• Entry courtyard
• Swimming pool
• Wraparound terraces
• Manicured lawns
• Landscaped gardens
Independent Studio / Guest Accommodation
A fully self-contained guest residence offering complete privacy and flexibility.
Features include:
• 2 en suite bedrooms
• 3 bathrooms
• Independent living accommodation
• Private swimming pool
• Wraparound terraces
• Outdoor pool shower
Garage & Staff Facilities:
• Secure vehicle accommodation
• Staff quarters with private bathroom
• Laundry facilities
• Plant room and operational infrastructure
Additional Features:
• Located within a private gated estate
• Secure and highly discreet setting
• Architecturally designed landscaping
• Significant art-display capability throughout
Location:
Positioned on Phuket’s tranquil east coast, Villa East Egg enjoys privacy and seclusion while remaining within convenient reach of Phuket’s key lifestyle destinations, marinas and international amenities.
Summary:
Villa East Egg represents a once-in-a-generation acquisition opportunity — a residence where architecture transcends function and becomes collectable in its own right.
Properties of this scale, design provenance and international architectural significance seldom become available. Villa East Egg is not simply a home; it is a landmark work of contemporary architecture.
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Fixtures & Fittings
The property is sold unfurnished, and any furniture, fixtures, decorative items, artwork, or other movable assets currently located at the property are expressly excluded from the sale and may, if applicable, be acquired only by separate negotiation between the parties.
See Legal Documents:
Post Auction Process: Signing of Reservation Agreement by 23 July 2026, affording a 30-day Due Diligence period.
Share Sales & Purchase Agreement to be executed upon completion of Due Diligence.
Buyer Referral Fee:
A buyer referral fee of 3% of the final sale price is available to any introducing agent whose referral becomes the successful purchaser.