Bangkok, 5 July 2006: Apartment Living Magazine throws a chic party in contemporary Thai style, together with an award ceremony, where 16 awards will be given away in four different categories: Best Hotels, Best Apartments, Best International Schools and Best International Hospitals - all to celebrate Apartment Living’s 2nd Anniversary in 2006 at Siam Paragon Hall 1.

Apartment Living, the English lifestyle magazine for expatriates in Thailand, has joined forces with Siam Commercial Bank, Pan Pacific Hotel, Panasonic, Asahi, Haagen-Dazs, Cruiser, Magnolias, Yafriro, KG Salon Inter, Brite Smile, Gracia de Chile and Vodka Mudshake Original to transform the Siam Paragon Hall into a party with a fusion of colours: red, black and gold, the hues of prosperity to echo the glory of the nation. Apartment Living’s 2nd Anniversary 2006 features an “Apartment Thai Thai” theme, celebrating the fantastic Thai lifestyle. The event commemorates the success of the magazine and provides the opportunity for Apartment Living to thank its readers and supporters, both Thai and expatriates, who enjoy this exclusive up-scale lifestyle.

Mr. Jesda Niramitvijitr, the executive editor and managing director of Apartment Living magazine, says this of the magazine’s success: “We have always enjoyed a dramatically positive response from all our readers, both foreign and Thai.”

The function brings definite touches of the legendary “Ramayana” epic, alongside a cozy atmosphere and chic Thai-style modern furniture, plus a “Khun In of the Beat” xylophone performance by the renowned Narongrit Thosang.

The function kicks off with a Contemporary Thai Dance by Naphatsakorn Mitaim, who presents our beautiful culture, which is the core of the Thai spirit, along with arousing beats from the drum. A mini concert from Mai Charoenpura and Ice Saranyou set the tone for the evening with their powerful voices, entertaining our honoured guests and great friends. Superstars like Lai la Boonyasak, Cindy-Sirinya Burbridge, Metinee Kingpayom and Kris Sripoomsert are also joining this auspicious celebration.

A highlight of the evening is the award ceremony, where Apartment Living magazine will give away awards in four different categories: Best Apartments (six awards); Best Hotels (four awards); Best International Schools (five awards); and Best International Hospital (one award). The awards will be presented by His Serene Highness Prince Chulcherm Yugala, who is presiding over the function.

The party is wrapped up with a fabulous fashion show from Tube Gallery, with masterful creations put together by some of the era’s most skilful local designers, like Saksith Pisalsupong and Pisit Jongnarangsin. Featuring a ‘modern Thai’ concept, the show will see famous models on the venue’s extraordinary catwalk – models including Metinee Kingpayom, Pakaramai Protaranand, Sasikarn Apichartvorasilp, Bussakorn Pornwannasirivej, Namthip Jongratchatavibul, Varaluck Vanichkul, Apasiri Nitipon, Rasmee Thongsiripraisri and Penpak Sirikulm, the eternally young lady, who will heat up the function with a sexy performance of her own.

Apartment Living magazine plays a central role in providing latest lifestyle information for expatriates in Thailand. Owned and managed by Asian Integrated Media Co., Ltd., the magazine is distributed directly to 4-5 star serviced apartments in Bangkok and across the country. In addition, the magazine has gained the trust of Bangkok Airways, in becoming an on-board publication for every flight. The magazine is also available at the airport’s service area.