Central: The Original Store
Bangkok’s chic district of Charoenkrung sees another hangout spot after Central Group decided to renovate its very first store, which was built in 1950, and turn it into a posh community space called Central: The Original Store.
Image credit: Central: The Original Store
Designed by Belgian minimalist architect Vincent van Duysen, the building is spacious and bathed in earth-tone colours that give it a sleek feel. The interior also gets a lot of natural light from huge glass windows on the side.
https://thesmartlocal.com/thailand/centralworld-running-track/
Cafe, bar, and more
Images adapted from: keerisnith/IG
At Central: The Original Store, you’ll find a cafe and bookstore nestled on the first floor. This is an ideal place to find your next favourite read while sipping your latte in style.
Images adapted from: mrtirote/IG
Another special thing about this place is, since it’s Central’s first home, there’s a lot of oldie goodies from the past put up on display.
All these relics, from old hand-written receipts to retro shopping bags, will easily take you back to Bangkok during the 50s. What a lovely and exciting touch, especially for history nerds out there.
Image credit: aksornbkk/IG
The top level is home to Thai restaurant Krua Aksorn where you can dine at a candlelit table while taking in the charm of Charoenkrung neighbourhood.
Central: The Original Store is now having a soft opening, so head down and enjoy what it has to offer.
Central: The Original Store
Address: 1266 Charoenkrung road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500
Opening Hours: Wed – Sun: 11AM – 7PM (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)
Nearest Train Station: Saphan Taksin BTS
Telephone: (+66)02 267 0412
Website
Featured images adapted from: Central Group and nnet.k/IG
Enjoying The Smart Local Thailand? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more stories like this