Many of these developments are backed by Sun Group and reflect a range of architectural styles and cultural influences.
As tourism continues to expand, new architectural works are being introduced, adding to the island’s urban and cultural landscape.
Marco Casamonti: Kiss Bridge
Italian architect Marco Casamonti, founder of Archea Associati, designed the Kiss Bridge, a structure positioned as a visual landmark in Phu Quoc. The bridge has been noted in international media, including CNNfor its coastal setting.
Casamonti, who was born in Florence, draws on both Western and Eastern influences in his work. The design of the bridge references Michelangelo’s “The Creation of Adam” as well as elements of East Asian folklore.
Marco Casamonti’s Kiss Bridge on Phu Quoc Island. Photo courtesy of Sun Group |
The structure features two separate spans extending toward each other without fully connecting, leaving a gap at the center. This design element is intended to create a visual focal point and interpret themes of connection through architectural form.
Frilli Gallery: Renaissance Sculpture Art
Frilli Gallery, a 150-year-old atelier, brings Renaissance artistry to Sunset Town through the King of the Sun fountain, a Carrara marble masterpiece crafted over years by Italian artisans.
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Frilli Gallery imprints Renaissance artistry on the seaside square with the King of the Sun fountain. Photo courtesy of Sun Group |
Crafted from Carrara marble, the fountain features the figure of Helios surrounded by figures from Greek mythology. The installation is placed within a European-inspired architectural setting, contributing to a design approach that blends classical elements with a coastal environment.
Bill Bensley: Storytelling in architecture
Dubbed the “resort king” with over 200 projects in 30 countries, Architect Bill Bensley has introduced a narrative-driven design concept at Bai Kem through the JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay resort.
The project is structured around a fictional academic institution, with different areas designed to represent various faculties such as zoology, chemistry, and astronomy.
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Bill Bensley turns the Bai Kem resort into a captivating world of fictional academia. Photo courtesy of Sun Group |
The design incorporates themed interiors, decorative objects, and spatial layouts intended to create a cohesive experiential environment.
At Sun Signature Gallery in Sunset Town, Bensley applies a different approach, using Mid-Century Modern design elements, geometric forms, and open spaces to accommodate exhibitions and events.
10 Design: Mediterranean influence
Hong Kong-based firm 10 Design follows a philosophy integrating buildings, landscape and human experience, and has contributed to Phu Quoc developments including Santo Port at Hon Thom.
The development draws visual inspiration from Mediterranean coastal towns, particularly through white façades, stepped pathways, and sea-facing terraces.
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10 Design’s Santorini-inspired town at Hon Thom. Photo courtesy of Sun Group |
The design also incorporates tropical materials and ventilation features suited to the local climate, combining international references with site-specific adaptations.
Additional projects on the island involve international firms such as CPG Consultants, which has provided consultancy for Phu Quoc International Airport, and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, which designed the APEC Convention and Exhibition Center.
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