Bangkok's Siam Paragon Transforms into Pandora from Avatar An Eco-friendly Space NEXTOPIA

Bangkok shopping mall’s new giant globe screen and a vision of a future city

The fifth and sixth floors on one side of Siam Paragon have quietly been transformed into a space with a completely different rhythm and atmosphere from that of a typical shopping mall.

Spanning the 5th and 5A floors, NEXTOPIA doesn't feel like a new shopping arcade; rather, it's more like a "future city exhibition" placed inside a mall. The most immediate impression upon entering is the vast space divided into different areas, with a giant globe projection screen hanging in the center, continuously playing images related to the Earth and the environment. This becomes the visual focal point of the entire floor and a natural spot for many people to stop and take photos.

The most striking feature of NEXTOPIA is not the shops, but the unusually open and spacious feel of the entire floor. A giant Earth projection screen hanging in the center of the floor plays images related to the Earth and ecology in a loop, making it the spot where most people stop to look.

The staircases and corridors connecting the floors are deliberately surrounded by a large amount of blue and green plastic flowers, the intention being to recycle plastic bottles and waste into useful materials. Combined with lighting and curved circulation paths, this creates an atmosphere that lies between nature and science fiction. From certain angles, it does indeed evoke the futuristic forest of Avatar, and this is also the most photographed route in NEXTOPIA.

The staircase connecting the floors looks somewhere between nature and science fiction, no wonder it is often described as having an Avatar-like feel. These "plants" are not real flowers or grass, but are made from recycled plastic bottles. There are many walking trails throughout the area, allowing people to learn about environmental protection concepts as they walk. The giant floral installation attracted many people to take photos. Interactive exhibition on environmental protection and sustainable ecology

NEXTOPIA's space is centered on environmental protection, with many interactive installations related to concepts such as sustainable energy. For example, there is an insect world exhibition area, a demonstration of vertical farming, and many corridors and passageways designed with ethnic styles to create different spaces. These are not presented as pure exhibitions, but are integrated into the circulation of the strolling area. You will naturally notice them when you pass by, but they will not cause any pressure to visit.

Interactive installations related to environmental protection are also scattered throughout the venue, such as the Insect World exhibition area. The vertical farming exhibition area showcases the achievements of hydroponics. Fabric weaving is an important part of sustainable ecology. Eco-friendly Living Concept Area ECOTOPIA

In terms of shopping and dining, NEXTOPIA retains the basic functions of a shopping mall, but its brand focus leans towards environmental protection, sustainability, and lifestyle. The shopping section includes an ECOTOPIA area selling eco-friendly products and concepts, as well as a pet supply store.

In the ECOTOPIA area, this dinosaur made of environmentally friendly materials is a popular photo spot. NEXTOPIA introduced the ECOTOPIA area, which focuses on the concept of eco-friendly living and has a quieter atmosphere than typical shopping malls. Pet supply stores in the ECOTOPIA area. Pet supply stores have a wide variety of unique items.

Large-scale children's paradise MELAND entered

In addition to its eco-friendly theme and visually appealing installations, the mall also features a large indoor children's playground, MELAND. Unlike typical shopping mall play areas that occupy only a corner, MELAND is a complete activity space covering over 5,000 square meters, with 7 different zones and more than 100 games. It's practical and fun for families with children, making NEXTOPIA more than just a "photo spot."

NEXTOPIA features a large indoor children's playground, MELAND, which is much larger than the play area in a typical shopping mall. Children's admission fee starts from 1150 Thai Baht, which is about HK$287 for 3 hours of fun!

MELAND

Website: https://meland.me/home/

Super Cute Bunny Doll SHIMA Park The Shimamura Group of Japan has opened its first overseas cartoon store, SHIMA Park, here.

The large Japanese retail group Shimamura Group has also opened its first overseas cartoon store, SHIMA Park, here. Featuring the adorable bunny mascot Shimausa and her family, the store is a unique combination of clothing and lifestyle products, with cute photo spots that attract both adults and children.

The store's unique design has made it a popular spot for taking photos in the mall. The adorable Shimausa makes frequent appearances, becoming a popular subject for children to take photos.

SHIMA Park

Website: https://shima-park.com/en-th/pages/siam-paragon

NEXTOPIA also houses several international brand restaurants, providing a unique shopping experience unlike any other mall – you can stroll around, take photos, let your kids burn off energy, or simply sit down and gaze at the giant globe projection for a while. There are also excellent dining options available, making it the most unexpected space in Siam Paragon.

NEXTOPIA has a large number of restaurants, offering a wide variety of dining options. Japanese hot pot restaurants adopt an open design. The famous Japanese ramen shop, Konjiki Hototogisu, has also opened a branch there.

NEXTOPIA@Siam Paragon

Address: Level 5 & 5A, Siam Paragon

Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Daily

Transportation: Direct access from BTS Siam Station

Website: https://www.siamparagon.co.th/editors-pick/nextopia-98