Chiang Rai
About the Creative City:
Chiang Rai stands as a testament to thoughtful urban planning, strategically positioned as an administrative and trade hub in Southeast Asia. Situated between a mountain range and river plain, the city鈥檚 design harmonizes with its diverse regional ethnicity.
Across its rich history, Chiang Rai underwent redesigns, adapting to shifting regional dynamics. The city鈥檚 landscape, characterized by open gardens and riverfronts, reflects the ethos of cultural and nature-centric design. Chiang Rai鈥檚 current design prowess is a testament to elevated education standards and vibrant national and international artistic interactions. As a UNESCO Creative City of Design, Chiang Rai鈥檚 policy extends beyond physical products, encompassing cultural goods, services, and fostering a spirit of happiness and peace.
Initiatives and programmes in the field of design include: The Co-creation Workshop Programme in service design, which was initiated with the intention to promote equity and sustainability among local young designers and women. Also, the Ministry of Culture launched the project 鈥淭hai Cultural Products鈥, introduced to develop an understanding of local culture and product designing. Many other programmes and initiatives have been established with the primary aim to foster local design and artists as a mechanism for sustainable urban development.
Added Value:
As a Creative City of Design, Chiang Rai is dedicated:
To promote learning exchanges within the global design community and emphasising sustainability;
To utilize design concepts to address environmental challenges and enhance the value of agricultural products and services;
To encourage youth engagement within design industries; and
To support the construction of facilities grounded in design creativity.
