ANIL Sathorn 12: A Condominium Offering the Best for Families

Global travel time indicators suggest that the ideal commuting time between home and work should not exceed one hour per day, or 30 minutes each way. However, statistics show that Bangkok residents are far from this global benchmark. According to a survey by Uber in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group (research report Unlocking Bangkok, November 2017), Bangkokians spend an average of 24 days per year stuck in traffic and searching for parking, which amounts to over one hour per day. Meanwhile, thaiembassy.com (Assoc. Prof. Dr. Panit Poojinda, September 2019) reported that the average commuting time in Thailand is as high as two hours per day!

Aside from traffic congestion, the main factors contributing to longer travel times for Bangkok residents compared to other cities worldwide are that key destinations for most Bangkokians are often concentrated in the central business district (CBD) areas like Silom and Sathorn. This makes the CBD an ideal location that offers the best for families, as it encompasses job opportunities, leading educational institutions, shopping centers, and hospitals all in one place.

Why is commuting so important to Bangkok residents?

It must be said that the persistent problem of Bangkok is undoubtedly traffic and commuting issues, with no signs of resolution in the near future. The number of vehicles on Bangkok's roads exceeds the road capacity significantly. The registered vehicle count has reached 9.82 million, exceeding road capacity by 4.4 times. Currently, all roads in Bangkok are at full capacity, unable to accommodate vehicles for smooth travel, with cars moving at speeds of only 5-22 km/h. Furthermore, in the ranking of cities with the best public transport systems in 2017, Bangkok was ranked 92nd out of 100 cities.

These facts make it undeniable that commuting and traffic have become a significant pain point for Bangkok residents. Therefore, living in a central city location like the CBD, which is well-equipped, effectively alleviates the pain points related to commuting and traffic.

Why does the Silom-Sathorn CBD area hold increasing value?

As mentioned earlier, the CBD is a central hub in many aspects of the city and is characterized by intensive land use, making it a daily destination for urban populations. The Silom-Sathorn area experiences heavy traffic, with over 29 million people commuting in and out annually, averaging about 80,000 people per day. This influx is facilitated by various multimodal transportation options, including BTS Skytrain, MRT Subway, BRT buses, and private vehicles (traffic statistics from 2015, Bangkok Traffic and Transport Office).


Silom-Sathorn is the only destination for daily commuting for Bangkok residents.

For the daily routine trips of city dwellers, it typically involves home-school-work. The Silom-Sathorn area serves as a one-stop service that meets these routine trip needs, covering all aspects of a quality location, including educational institutions (Schools), healthcare facilities (Medical), workplaces (Workplace), accessibility (Accessibility), shopping venues (Shopping), and recreational areas (Recreation). It also hosts numerous headquarters, financial institutions, and various companies, with over 1,900,000 square meters of office space. Additionally, the Silom-Sathorn area is home to several prestigious educational institutions, explaining why this location attracts daily commuting.

Silom-Sathorn: A location that offers the best for families.

Educational institutions in the Silom-Sathorn area are mostly renowned and of high quality, with a long history and distinguished alumni who maintain relationships with their schools and each other for nearly 100 years. This gives parents confidence that their children will receive a good education while being surrounded by a quality community, creating future social opportunities. As a result, financially capable parents aspire for their children to enroll in these institutions.

The educational institutions in the Silom-Sathorn area are within a 3 km radius from the Silom-Narathiwat intersection, allowing for various travel options, whether by private car via Silom Road, Narathiwat Road, Phaya Thai Road, Sathorn Road, and Charoen Krung Road, or by public transport on the green line from Taksin Bridge, Surasak, Chong Nonsi, Sala Daeng, and the blue line at Silom and Sam Yan stations. This provides a multimodal travel experience. Additionally, in the future, the green line will have a new station, “Suksa Witthaya,” which is already under construction and expected to open in early 2021.

All of this clearly shows that the Silom-Sathorn area is a one-stop service location where parents and children can live in the same neighborhood, eliminating commuting issues and allowing more time for family, while also ensuring a quality environment. It can be described as a super compact location that offers the best for families every day.

The first WELL Building Standard condominium in Thailand

The ANIL Sathorn 12 project is the first residential building in Thailand to receive WELL Multifamily Precertified™ Gold Level certification according to the WELL Building Standard from the International WELL Building Institute™ (IWBI™), truly addressing the living standards of its residents.

Seven essential health standards according to the WELL Building Standard include: Air quality (Air), drinking and utility water quality (Water), nutritional health (Nourishment), appropriate lighting design (Light), physical health and fitness (Fitness), comfort (Comfort), and mental health (Mind).

With a total of 222 units in a Freehold High Rise Condominium of 42 floors and an automated parking system at 110%, residents can be assured that every unit has designated parking space and can trust in the quality of living that meets the WELL Building Standard, an international health standard based on seven key principles.

–Air (Pure Air Quality)–

The air quality begins with a design that considers “moisture control” within the project, as well as “airflow”. Each room is equipped with MERV 13 air filters that can block PM 2.5 dust and viruses, and a two-layer door system (Vestibule) with dust-trapping carpets to prevent outside dust from entering the building. Additionally, the “ventilation system” for common areas and living spaces is designed in accordance with the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) using an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) from Mitsubishi, which helps bring fresh air from outside into the living spaces. Regarding “Materials”, all interior decorative materials used in the project have low levels of chemicals or carcinogens, meeting the CDPH standards of the United States. Furthermore, before residents move in, air pollution levels, such as formaldehyde, VOCs, PM2.5, PM10, ozone, and radon, are measured. Residents of ANIL Sathorn 12 can be assured that whether they are “parents” or “students,” they will enjoy safe air quality.

–Water (Drinking and Utility Water Quality)–

Contaminants from drinking water can have long-term health effects, and sometimes it’s too late to realize this. Residents of ANIL Sathorn 12 can put this concern to rest, as the “water pipes” used in all residential units are lead-free, and a “3M filter” is installed in the kitchen area to ensure the quality of drinking and utility water for residents. Meanwhile, in the common areas, the Culinary Area and Panoramic Gym provide “quality drinking water”, allowing “parents” to be confident that their “student” children will have truly clean drinking water.

–Nourishment (Nutritional Health)–

Cooking activities in the family can be quite delightful, with working parents and school-age children preparing meals together on bright mornings. A good quality of life starts in the kitchen every day. ANIL Sathorn 12 is designed with a kitchen that accommodates “two sinks” and considers the “faucet distance” so that residents can prepare food hygienically at all times. It also includes kitchen equipment such as a “Steam Oven” from Bosch and a “Built-in Refrigerator” with a temperature display for clear temperature readings, along with shelves designed for quality storage of fresh food. Additionally, there are promotions regarding healthy eating in the common areas, making cooking activities fun for both “parents” and “students” of all ages during their free time or on weekends.

–Light (Appropriate Lighting Design)–

“Students” require sufficient sleep, but what if you are a working “parent” needing to finish work tonight? Managing lighting becomes crucial. The ANIL Sathorn 12 project is designed with appropriate lighting for each area, preventing glare from artificial and natural light. For example, the “bedrooms” are designed with a focus on effective sleep quality, selecting materials such as light bulbs that meet standards, and all electronic devices are designed to be non-glare. There are also “100% blackout shades” and “point light sensors” leading to the bathroom at night, allowing residents to avoid turning on bright lights that disturb their sleep.

–Fitness (Physical Health and Strength)–

The common areas within the ANIL Sathorn 12 project support and encourage exercise for residents of all ages, whether they are “parents” or “students.” The number of exercise equipment, including cardio and muscle-strengthening equipment, is calculated to be sufficient for the number of residents, according to the WELL Building Standard. There are bike parking areas with maintenance equipment available. If working parents prefer not to exercise with gym equipment, the project also features walking paths designed to be pleasant, with benches in the front garden.

–Comfort (Comfort Level)–

The comfort of living for residents is supported by the project design that considers controlling “temperature, humidity, and wind speed” to meet standards (ASHRAE 55), as well as “sound” with quality soundproof glass to block external noise. This ensures that “students” can concentrate on reading and “working parents” can focus on their tasks without being disturbed by outside noise. Additionally, the ANIL Sathorn 12 project uses appliances that produce minimal noise.

–Mind (Mental Health)–

It would be wonderful to have a condominium that genuinely cares about the mental well-being of its residents, and that has been realized at the ANIL Sathorn 12 project. Whether “parents” or “students,” they can continuously seek knowledge through the “WELL Guideline” and a “library” filled with information about health, exercise, or healthy eating. The design of the common areas integrates nature, creating artwork in the common areas, along with the 3-meter high ceilings of the residential units that provide a sense of spaciousness and comfort in living.

If you ask what makes ANIL Sathorn 12 special compared to ordinary condominiums, it must be highlighted that it has won three awards: Best Condo Development (Thailand) and Best Luxury Condo Development (Bangkok), along with Highly Commended Best Green from the Thailand Property Awards 2019, which guarantees the project's outstanding quality.

All of this is the story of ANIL Sathorn 12, the first condominium in Thailand to receive WELL Multifamily Precertified™ Gold Level certification according to the WELL Building Standard, ensuring quality of life for the entire family in the Silom-Sathorn area, supporting work and education for everyone in the family. The ANIL Sathorn 12 project has passed the EIA and construction has already begun. You can view the sample room at the Sales Gallery, AIA Sathorn Tower, 12th floor. For more information, please visit http://bit.ly/2W6HoRG or call 02-652-4000.

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