eezergood Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I drive past this "ominously looking mosque type ugly project" everyday and have watched its progression for the past 12 or so months..... I was thinking mosque, have you seen the barred doors at the front, doesn't look too inviting for a restaurant. If you go down and have a look at that resort from the beach its very Islamic type construction as well, with the domes etc..... Will be interested to see what it will be. I may stop next week and ask one of the guys building the project. Cheers... blends perfectly into the surroundings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangarang Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 Strange how there is no confirmation about this Central Mall thing, sounds like hear-say to me. I have been dying to know as I drive by it nearly every day but there is no signage around. I would think a big mall would have some kind of advertisement like a "coming soon" or website for more info... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valentine Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 Strange how there is no confirmation about this Central Mall thing, sounds like hear-say to me. I have been dying to know as I drive by it nearly every day but there is no signage around. I would think a big mall would have some kind of advertisement like a "coming soon" or website for more info... The new Tesco Lotus on Chao Fa West has nothing to indicate what is going up there. Maybe they don't want to invite protest such as the one they were going to build in Phuket Town & Central may feel the same way. The large warehouse type structure for the Central project could mean it will have two levels. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 2, 2013 Share Posted June 2, 2013 If you mean this location http://map.panphuket.com/mappoint/element-factory It's a new element factory for the houses. I rode by that location today and stopped BIB car which was leaving the place to ask what is build there. At least that was the explanation I got from them. There might also be some errors in communication. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valentine Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 If you mean this location http://map.panphuket.com/mappoint/element-factory It's a new element factory for the houses. I rode by that location today and stopped BIB car which was leaving the place to ask what is build there. At least that was the explanation I got from them. There might also be some errors in communication. What is an element factory & for what houses? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starkey_rich Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I drive past this "ominously looking mosque type ugly project" everyday and have watched its progression for the past 12 or so months..... I was thinking mosque, have you seen the barred doors at the front, doesn't look too inviting for a restaurant. If you go down and have a look at that resort from the beach its very Islamic type construction as well, with the domes etc..... Will be interested to see what it will be. I may stop next week and ask one of the guys building the project. Cheers... blends perfectly into the surroundings! Give that road a miss on Friday's then.It's dangerous at the best of times 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 If you mean this location http://map.panphuket.com/mappoint/element-factory It's a new element factory for the houses. I rode by that location today and stopped BIB car which was leaving the place to ask what is build there. At least that was the explanation I got from them. There might also be some errors in communication. What is an element factory & for what houses? Thats for pre making walls etc for homes or apartment buildings which are then delivered to the location where the house is stacked a bit like kids do with Legos. You might have a better term for this type of construction. The aim is to speed up the building process and quality. There factories has been popping up around the island. There is (or was) one close to BIS and another at Bang Rong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreandre Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 (edited) If you mean this location http://map.panphuket.com/mappoint/element-factory It's a new element factory for the houses. I rode by that location today and stopped BIB car which was leaving the place to ask what is build there. At least that was the explanation I got from them. There might also be some errors in communication. What is an element factory & for what houses? Thats for pre making walls etc for homes or apartment buildings which are then delivered to the location where the house is stacked a bit like kids do with Legos. You might have a better term for this type of construction. The aim is to speed up the building process and quality. There factories has been popping up around the island. There is (or was) one close to BIS and another at Bang Rong. If concrete they are known as ''pre cast panels'' in Aus.. Edited June 3, 2013 by andreandre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishIvan Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 whats being built at the cargo area of PIA? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eezergood Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Bangla road getting another nice big electric sign, perhaps another lighteining will cause yet another accidental fire............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel_Mustard Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 (edited) whats being built at the cargo area of PIA? Deleted. I thought you meant PIA as in the school but now realize you meant the airport. Edited June 3, 2013 by Colonel_Mustard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimera Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 If you mean this location http://map.panphuket.com/mappoint/element-factory It's a new element factory for the houses. I rode by that location today and stopped BIB car which was leaving the place to ask what is build there. At least that was the explanation I got from them. There might also be some errors in communication. What is an element factory & for what houses? Thats for pre making walls etc for homes or apartment buildings which are then delivered to the location where the house is stacked a bit like kids do with Legos. You might have a better term for this type of construction. The aim is to speed up the building process and quality. There factories has been popping up around the island. There is (or was) one close to BIS and another at Bang Rong. If concrete they are known as ''pre cast panels'' in Aus.. I'm told its building supplies, your explanation sounds correct, its large and the roof tells you its no central.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phuketsub Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Another interesting one is the project on the intersection of Thepkrasattri and Damrong Roads, opposite Satree Phuket School. It used to be a big Esso station, but then they put up the equivalent of a 'renovation sign' in Thai. As there are already too few service stations on the island (the Shell in Samkong closed a few years ago too) I thought it would just be an upgrade. Now I notice a sign that says "Shianghai School"....I really don't understand whey there are so few gas stations on the island, but so many beauty salons, minimarts, pharmacies, dog grooming parlors, etc. I guess it comes as no surprise that there will be a new Chinese School, however. On the topic of mosques, they are building a large one on Anupas Phuketkarn Road, near the public housing project in Rassada. (see pic) In the same area there is another hilarious sign (pic attached, worth a look) encouraging people to call the "Phuker Police" if they see any dangerous or emergency situations. It's located right in front of the PPAO's 'Saphan Ruam Community Help Center", which was totally destroyed by rock throwing youths, the barber across the street told me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 For the OP question. Thai Watsadu coming to PhuketPHUKET: Giant construction materials and home equipment company Thai Watsadu, part of the Central empire, will be open a huge store in Phuket soon, about 500 metres north of the Heroines Monument. http://www.thephuketnews.com/thai-watsadu-coming-to-phuket-39922.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelepulse Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 Thanks Oilinki. So the rumour I heard was partially correct in that it's a Central, just not fully correct that it's a Central owned business but isn't a Central department store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreandre Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Sorry to Hijack - BUT what about the new Mosque -esqe looking place on the road from Patong to Kata? Is it a restaurant? How the hell did they get permission to build that thing?? Oh wait......... Stopped and had a look inside lastnight..a couple of workers but no communication of what it is. I don't have any time at all for the crazy radical muslims and their beliefs, but their architecture is really something amazing IMO and this place is no exception....the design and finish is first class...beautiful. .. Anyway on leaving i look up on the outside ,both left and right of the giant entry doors and there are some carved wood exterior light fittings. Carved into them says ''Baray Villa''].. Isn't there a same name place in Kata? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falkan Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Tiger Kingdom is coming up fast in Katu i hope they get better reviews then Phuket Zoohttp://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g293920-d1018243-Reviews-Phuket_Zoo-Phuket.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreandre Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Out of curiosity did a google search on baray villas..Kata Partly describes as "of Asian and Arabian influences." That ties in with influence of the new one i posted earlier[tho no mention of that] Maybe a new outlet for them..time will tell i figure.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuarty Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 Anyone know if the new Villa Market at Laguna entrance is open yet? If not yet, when? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eezergood Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Whats happening, aside from the demoilition, to the site opposite Duangjit resort in PAtong ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishIvan Posted September 15, 2013 Author Share Posted September 15, 2013 Whats going on at Wiset road just passed the circle on the left side towards Rawaii? All those karoke bars and Lao Kao shops have been demolished Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Also what is the huge development in Thalang. Going from Thalang main intersection towards east for couple of kilometers and then turn right. About here http://goo.gl/maps/yoy0G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishIvan Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 The extension of tescos in Rawaii is coming along very quickly Sent from my GT-N7100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansgruber Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 (edited) The extension of tescos in Rawaii is coming along very quickly Sent from my GT-N7100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app I think you'll find that is a makro going next door to tesco. Variety is good. Villa, tesco and makro within a few hundred metres. Edited October 23, 2013 by hansgruber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishIvan Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 I also noticed in Patong today the road that takes you to the beach road on the right hand side has all been demolished. It cant have been more than 3 years old. Its a shame as it was a good place to park Sent from my GT-N7100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bikkii Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 It's a new Central Mall. Is it? I saw that written on here before and have since come to the conclusion that even at this stage it doesn't seem to have any kind of floor plan like a shopping center. I thought it looks more wareshouse like, and a Big C type st most. Where did you hear that? Would be great if it was correct, plus the new planned one opposite the existing one... Yeah it looks like a bunnings or a giant garage. Im with you it doesnt even look close to a central Is it another car showroom? They have been going up in numbers over the last 6 months from the monument to airport turnoff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiantFan Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 I also noticed in Patong today the road that takes you to the beach road on the right hand side has all been demolished. It cant have been more than 3 years old. Its a shame as it was a good place to park Sent from my GT-N7100 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app If that's the place nearly opposite Duanjitt Resort, I noticed that myself last month. Quite a large plot of land. I also enjoyed the parking. Had a few beers at Phuket Island Lager Bar many years ago and a burger at Steveo's Burgers. That place (DJ Plaza, i think) never seemed to take off. I wonder if any of the owners were compensated? TIT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansgruber Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 It was basically empty. Same old junk shops. Pharmacy, tattoo and massage x 20. A resort is going up instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eezergood Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Its going to be Condos - I have the literarure if anyone is interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eezergood Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 Scratch that - I HAD the literature, but I know the chick who is doing sales Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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