Creator Profile

Ayodhya

AYODHYA crafts uniquely Thai home decorative goods from all-natural materials.

Achievements

2003

Good Design Award (G-Mark)

2005

Prime Minister Award

2008

Design for Asia Award (Merit Recognition) by Hong Kong Design Centre

Ayodhya combines natural materials with traditional Thai handicraft techniques and patterns to create highly functional and stunningly cosmopolitan products.

Founded in 1994 by M.L. Pawinee Santisiri, Ayodhya has long been a pioneer in the embrace of natural, local, reusable and environmentally-friendly materials in their product and home furnishing designs. By working with local villagers and hill tribes across the country to source local materials including water hyacinth – the brand’s signature medium – and hemp and cotton, Ayodhya provides supplementary income and skills development to Thai villagers. The brand’s conscious approach to sustainable design also reduces waste in the natural environment and addresses the pressing issue of global warming.

Kok Pubb Pouf

The Kok Pubb Pouf is covered by a hand woven reed mat case created by Baan-Nong Phai weaving group in Surin province. The work combines traditional weaving techniques with modern stripe design.

Hand-woven Cyperus Wall Decoration

As part of the brand’s home accessories line, the hand-woven Cyperus Wall Decoration turns a local material like cyperus plants into an eye-catching decorative item that can impart character, making any space look more interesting.