In a city of towering high-rises, a standard single-floor condo can sometimes feel… standard. For those who crave space, light, and a touch of architectural drama, the Bangkok duplex and loft-style condos offer a truly exceptional living experience. These two-story homes in the sky, with their double-volume living rooms, soaring ceilings, and expansive windows, provide a sense of grandeur and separation between living and private spaces that is unmatched.

Finding these unique properties can be a challenge, as they are a specialty offering in the Bangkok market. Whether you’re looking for a true New York-style loft or a modern duplex penthouse, we’ve done the research for you. We’ve scouted the city’s most desirable neighborhoods to curate the definitive guide to the 20 best buildings that offer these incredible multi-story units.

Why Trust This Guide?

As a Bangkok local and the founder of Bangkok Days, I’ve specialized in the city’s high-end property market for years. Duplexes and lofts are some of the most exciting and in-demand properties I show to my clients. I have personally walked through these very buildings, from the iconic lofts in Asoke to the stunning duplex penthouses in Sathorn. I understand the nuances of their design, the quality of their construction, and the lifestyle they offer. This guide is built on that direct, professional experience of matching discerning clients with the city’s most extraordinary homes.

The Difference: Duplex vs. Loft

  • Duplex: A two-story unit, typically with a clear separation of living and sleeping areas. The second floor is a full, standard floor.
  • Loft: A unit with a high ceiling (often 4.5m or more) and an open “mezzanine” level for the bedroom, which overlooks the main living area. This creates a very open, airy feel.

Bangkok’s Best Duplex & Loft Condos at a Glance

Condominium NameBest ForLocation Area
The Lofts AsokeTrue Industrial Loft-StyleAsoke
The Lofts EkkamaiTrendy Loft-Style, BTS AccessEkkamai
The Lofts SilomCBD Loft LivingSilom
Ashton Morph 38Iconic Architecture, Prime LocationThong Lo
Knightsbridge Prime SathornDuplexes with “Sky Loft” DesignSathorn / Chong Nonsi
Tait Sathorn 12New, Pet-Friendly Luxury DuplexesSathorn Soi 12
Rhythm Ekkamai EstateNew Build with Duplex UnitsEkkamai
The Met SathornIconic Design, Large DuplexesSathorn
The Strand ThonglorUltra-Luxury & Mixed-UseThong Lo (BTS)
M Thonglor 10Young Vibe & Pet-FriendlyEkkamai
Noble Form Thonglor“Fullplex” High-Ceiling UnitsThong Lo
Ashton Residence 41Serene, Low-Rise DuplexesPhrom Phong
The Address AsokeEstablished Luxury DuplexesAsoke / Phetchaburi
XT EkkamaiModern & TrendyEkkamai
Ideo Q Victory“Sky Loft” Duplexes, BTS AccessVictory Monument
Marque Sukhumvit 39Super-Luxury DuplexesPhrom Phong
Life Ladprao“Vertiplex” Units, Great ValueLat Phrao
Chewathai Phetkasem 27High-Ceiling Lofts, MRT AccessPhetkasem
HYDE Heritage ThonglorSuper-Luxury Duplex PenthousesThong Lo (BTS)
The Monument Thong LoPalatial Duplex PenthousesThong Lo

The Loft Specialists: The “Lofts” Series

No developer is more associated with true loft-style living in Bangkok than Raimon Land. Their “Lofts” series is legendary.

The Lofts Asoke: The Industrial Benchmark

The Lofts Asoke The Industrial Benchmark

This is one of the most popular loft buildings in the city, and for good reason. I’ve shown many units here, and clients are always wowed by the 4.7-meter-high ceilings and the raw, industrial-chic design. It’s located just 200m from the MRT Phetchaburi, making it incredibly convenient.

The Lofts Ekkamai: The Trendy Choice

Located right on the main Sukhumvit road next to Ekkamai BTS, this building offers the same “industrial attic” vibe as its Asoke sibling. The high ceilings and large windows create an amazing sense of light and space, right in the heart of one of Bangkok’s trendiest neighborhoods.

The Lofts Silom: The CBD Loft

Bringing the loft concept to the financial district, The Lofts Silom offers stunning duplex units with high ceilings in a prime location. It’s a rare chance to have this much open, airy living space while being just a short walk from the Silom and Sathorn office towers.

The Duplex Icons of Sukhumvit

These buildings are famous for their signature two-story units in the city’s most desirable neighborhood.

Ashton Morph 38: The Original Duplex Star

This building is an architectural icon and one of the original and best-known duplex-focused condos in Bangkok. I’ve sold and rented many units here. The two-story glass walls in the living rooms are simply spectacular, and its location in a quiet soi, a short walk from Thong Lo BTS, is perfect.

  • Developer: Ananda Development
  • Address: 88 Soi Sukhumvit 38, Phra Khanong, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110
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Rhythm Ekkamai Estate: The New Contender

Rhythm Ekkamai Estate The New Contender

This newer high-rise from AP Thai has been a huge hit, in part due to its beautiful duplex units. They are well-designed to maximize space and offer stunning city views from two levels, all within the trendy Ekkamai neighborhood.

M Thonglor 10: The Pet-Friendly Duplex

M Thonglor 10 is one of the most popular buildings for pet owners, and their 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom duplex units are highly sought after. They offer a great sense of space, and the building’s pet-friendly amenities are a huge bonus.

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The Strand Thonglor: Ultra-Luxury & Mixed-Use

Located at the very front of Thong Lo, just steps from the BTS, The Strand is an ultra-luxury mixed-use project. Its duplex units are the height of sophistication, offering timeless design and incredible convenience with a curated commercial area on the ground floor.

Noble Form Thonglor: “Fullplex” High-Ceiling Units

Noble’s “Fullplex” units are a smart design, offering a 4.6-meter high ceiling and a fully enclosed upstairs bedroom, giving you the openness of a loft with the privacy of a true two-story unit. It’s a brand new, very popular concept in a prime Thong Lo location.

Ashton Residence 41: Serene, Low-Rise Duplexes

For those who prefer not to live in a skyscraper, this is one of my top recommendations. It’s a low-rise, pet-friendly luxury building with a beautiful courtyard. The duplex units here feel like private, modern homes, offering a rare sense of tranquility in the city.

The Address Asoke: Established Luxury Duplexes

Located right by the Phetchaburi MRT and Airport Rail Link, this established high-rise is incredibly convenient. The duplex units are located on the top floors, offering fantastic, wide-open views of the city.

  • Developer: AP Thai
  • Address: 1655 Phetchaburi Rd, Makkasan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400
  • Rental Info: contact us via whatsapp

XT Ekkamai: Modern & Trendy

This modern high-rise from Sansiri is aimed at a younger, creative crowd and is well-known for its duplex units. The building has fantastic co-working facilities and a stylish design, all within the trendy Ekkamai neighborhood.

Ideo Q Victory: “Sky Loft” Duplexes, BTS Access

This condo offers unparalleled convenience with a direct skywalk to the Victory Monument BTS station. Its “Sky Loft” duplex units are very popular, providing a modern, high-ceiling living space right at a major transport hub.

  • Developer: Ananda Development
  • Address: 9 Phayathai Rd, Thanon Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400
  • Rental Info: contact us via whatsapp

Marque Sukhumvit 39: Super-Luxury Duplexes

This is one of the most prestigious addresses in Phrom Phong, located right next to EmQuartier. While known for its large single-floor units, its duplexes and penthouses are on another level, offering palatial space and some of the best views in the city.

  • Developer: Major Development
  • Address: 955 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110
  • Rental Info: contact us via whatsapp

Life Ladprao: “Vertiplex” Units, Great Value

Life Ladprao Vertiplex Units, Great Value

Located at the bustling Lat Phrao intersection, this massive complex offers “Vertiplex” duplex units. I’ve found these offer some of the best value for two-story living in the city, with direct access to the BTS and Central Ladprao mall.

  • Developer: AP Thai
  • Address: Phahonyothin Rd, Chom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900
  • Rental Info: contact us via whatsapp

Chewathai Phetkasem 27: High-Ceiling Lofts, MRT Access

A bit further from the city center but directly on the MRT Blue Line, this building became famous for its true 4.6-meter-high ceiling loft units at an incredibly affordable price point. It’s a perfect example of the value you can find just a short train ride away.

HYDE Heritage Thonglor: Super-Luxury Duplex Penthouses

Located on the main Sukhumvit road near Thong Lo BTS, this is one of the newest and most luxurious projects in the area. Its duplex penthouses are the crown jewels, offering vast living areas and private pools, representing the ultimate in Thong Lo luxury.

The Monument Thonglor: Palatial Duplex Penthouses

This super-luxury, pet-friendly building from Sansiri is designed for those who want the space of a house with the convenience of a condo. The duplex penthouses here are palatial, offering vast living areas and private pools, representing the ultimate in Thong Lo luxury.

Sathorn’s Sky Lofts & Duplexes

The financial district is also home to some of the most innovative and luxurious multi-story living.

Knightsbridge Prime Sathorn: The “Sky Loft” Innovator

This building is famous for its “Sky Loft” units, which are essentially 1-bedroom duplexes with 4.4-meter-high ceilings. I’ve found these units to be incredibly popular with young professionals. They offer a luxurious, high-ceiling feel at a very competitive price point for the Sathorn CBD.

The Met Sathorn: The Iconic Duplex

The Met is an architectural landmark, and its larger duplex units are legendary. These are not lofts but true, sprawling two-story homes with massive terraces, private pools in some, and some of the best city views in Bangkok. A timeless and prestigious choice.

  • Developer: Hotel Properties Limited
  • Address: 123 S Sathon Rd, Thung Maha Mek, Sathon, Bangkok 10120
  • Rental Info: contact us via whatsapp

Tait Sathorn 12: The Pet-Friendly Luxury Duplex

This brand-new, iconic tower is a major addition to Sathorn’s most popular dining soi. Its duplex units are stunning, and the entire building is pet-friendly, a rare and highly sought-after combination in the CBD.

Other Noteworthy Duplex & Loft Condos

The Address Asoke: Established Luxury Duplexes

Located right by the Phetchaburi MRT and Airport Rail Link, this established high-rise is incredibly convenient. The duplex units are located on the top floors, offering fantastic, wide-open views of the city.

  • Developer: AP Thai
  • Address: 1655 Phetchaburi Rd, Makkasan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400
  • Rental Info: contact us via whatsapp

Ideo Q Victory: “Sky Loft” Duplexes, BTS Access

This condo offers unparalleled convenience with a direct skywalk to the Victory Monument BTS station. Its “Sky Loft” duplex units are very popular, providing a modern, high-ceiling living space right at a major transport hub.

  • Developer: Ananda Development
  • Address: 9 Phayathai Rd, Thanon Phaya Thai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400
  • Rental Info: contact us via whatsapp

Life Ladprao: “Vertiplex” Units, Great Value

Located at the bustling Lat Phrao intersection, this massive complex offers “Vertiplex” duplex units. I’ve found these offer some of the best value for two-story living in the city, with direct access to the BTS and Central Ladprao mall.

  • Developer: AP Thai
  • Address: Phahonyothin Rd, Chom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900
  • Rental Info: contact us via whatsapp

Chewathai Phetkasem 27: High-Ceiling Lofts, MRT Access

A bit further from the city center but directly on the MRT Blue Line, this building became famous for its true 4.6-meter-high ceiling loft units at an incredibly affordable price point. It’s a perfect example of the value you can find just a short train ride away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for a duplex condo in Bangkok?

The price varies dramatically. A 1-bedroom loft-style duplex in a building like Knightsbridge Prime Sathorn might start around 25,000-35,000 THB. A larger, 2-bedroom luxury duplex in a prime location like Ashton Morph 38 or The Lofts can range from 70,000 to 150,000+ THB per month.

What is a 'Fullplex' unit?

“Fullplex” is a marketing term, notably used by Noble Development for their Noble Form Thonglor project. It describes a unit with a high ceiling (e.g., 4.6 meters) and a fully enclosed upper-floor bedroom, distinguishing it from an open-style mezzanine loft.

Are duplex condos a good investment in Bangkok?

Duplex and loft units are a niche product and are often in high demand from both renters and buyers who are looking for something unique. Their scarcity, high ceilings, and great sense of space mean they often hold their value well and can command premium rental rates.

What is the ceiling height in a typical Bangkok loft or duplex?

A standard condo in Bangkok has a ceiling height of about 2.5-2.7 meters. A loft-style or duplex unit will feature a “double volume” living area with a ceiling height ranging from 4.4 meters (e.g., Knightsbridge) to over 5.5 meters, creating a dramatic sense of openness.

Where are most loft-style condos located?

The “Lofts” series by Raimon Land has defined the industrial loft-style, with popular buildings in Asoke, Ekkamai, and Silom. You can also find many “Sky Loft” or duplex units in newer developments in the Rama 9, Sathorn, and Thong Lo areas.

References

For more on Bangkok’s property market and architectural design, we recommend these trusted external sources:

  • Raimon Land: The official website of the developer that pioneered the modern luxury “Loft” concept in Bangkok. https://www.raimonland.com/
  • AP Thai: The official website of one of Bangkok’s largest developers, known for popular and high-quality projects that often feature duplex units, such as the “Rhythm” and “Life” series. https://www.apthai.com/en
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