We are DESIGNWILKES Sdn Bhd , established in 1994. Our group of dedicated staff specializes in luxury hospitality, residences and restaurants which has taken us across 5 continents as we work to create environments that respond to indigenous art, & craft and historic architecture. We have been fortunate to have been trusted with the sensitive renovations of The Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, Mandarin Oriental in Hong Kong and Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Bangkok. Our mission is always to create interiors that enhance the comfort levels of the end user, while providing a sense of excitement and glamour to their experience.

Noteworthy projects include award winning hotels such as Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Bangkok, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira Dubai, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, The Oberoi Rajvilas, Udaivilas, Amarvilas In India, The Leela Palaces in Udaipur and Chennai. We were selected for the first new build Mandapa Ritz Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali which has gone on to be a favourite among travelers.

In 2019 we completed a USD 65 million dollar renovation of the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok. This was the 3rd time we have worked on this property, which allowed us to continue our story and improve the overall product. Our mandate has always been to accentuate the historical Authors wing of the original Oriental, and unite the newer portions of the hotel, bringing together the essence of the Mandarin Oriental Brand.

In 2023 we completed a USD 100 million dollar refurbishment of the Mandarin Oriental Singapore which transformed the previous dark club like interior into a fresh tropically inspired oasis. In both hotels, while respecting heritage and architecture our efforts have been extremely well received with local and international guests. We practice a sense of timelessness, and sensitivity ensuring that the narrative speaks louder than the design team.

DESIGNWILKES successfully continues to embrace the brief and client direction in order to produce lasting masterpieces.