Chiang Mai is a major digital nomad hotspot with plenty of coworking rooms and private offices. The new private coworking space at Weave Artisan Society feels different… in both design and by intent.
What makes Weave unique
Adaptive reuse with soul. Weave lives inside a half-century-old ice factory and warehouse. Rather than stripping it bare, the team kept original structure and materials with terrazzo floors, pink marble, even old doors now used as tabletops. You’ll notice gentle clues of what’s original and what’s new; the two are woven together on purpose.
Old + new, seamlessly woven. Demolition marks, reused elements, and soft geometry tell the story of the building, not hide it. A flexible central zone with curtains doubles as a talk-and-workshop area, softening the raw concrete and inviting people to gather.
Process over product. Weave brings the “backstage” forward so people can see how things are made. Experimentation, iteration, and lessons learned are part of the everyday life of the space.
Always evolving, never “finished.” Movable furniture, modular fixtures, and open zones allow the building to change based on use. The space adapts to people—not the other way around.
Human-centered climate design. Passive airflow through roof and openings keeps the main hall comfortable without leaning only on air-conditioning.
The people behind it
Julian Huang is an educator, researcher, and architectural designer based in Chiang Mai. Fascinated by the city’s creativity and natural resources, he explores how innovation can be local, especially in sustainable design and development. He has a long record of community work, from TEDx Chiang Mai and the Chiang Mai Design Award to Creative Chiang Mai.
In 2019, Julian co-founded Weave Artisan Society as a creative hub and cultural destination that showcases local and regional art, craft, and hands-on experiences. His wife, Sunadda “Nok” Sa-nguandech, is a key partner in shaping and running the hub.
A location that attracts locals
Weave sits only a few hundred meters from the Old City moat, tucked into back alleys with great massage shops, food, and small hotels. It is central but not in the busiest nomad strips. That balance draws locals as well as foreigners, which makes the café and coworking floor see visitors from the local community, not just tourists.
More than desks: a small ecosystem
Julian is building a community of businesses, not just renting rooms. This local-first ecosystem is a big part of why the space works:
- Green Smoked – a high-end evening restaurant with serious food.
- Siamaya Chocolate – a growing craft chocolate maker with a tasting room, workshop area, and factory on site.
- Green Geek – an award-winning kombucha producer experimenting with unique flavors; winner of Gold and Bronze at the World Kombucha Awards in Barcelona in 2024.
- House of Markie (opening very shortly) – one of a handful of local craft beer breweries from Chiang Mai, championing local culture and taste.
- Café downstairs – a relaxed spot for day-to-day meetings and casual catch-ups.
This mix keeps Weave rooted in Chiang Mai—supporting local producers, giving people reasons to visit beyond a laptop, and creating natural touchpoints for collaboration.
This summer, the café closed briefly to add structure for an upstairs, air-conditioned coworking space. The new floor offers day, week, and monthly options. It’s designed for focus without feeling like a library with sofas in a common area, and work zones.
On-site business concierge services make practical tasks simple: visa advice, company registration, mail receiving, copies and admin support are all available right there.
Additional amenities:
- A fully equipped meeting room
- A YouTube and podcast studio (in progress)
- Call booths for private conversations
Why I decided to move in
I was among the first to take a long-term cold desk upstairs. After a year and a half running a private office in Chiang Mai for myself and myteam, I shut that office and moved into Weave. Here’s why:
- My team already works remote. A fixed office sat empty too often and became a hassle to manage.
- Better client experience. The downstairs café is ideal for casual meetings and first-look conversations.
- Community that actually shows up. With locals and founders in the mix, networking happens naturally in the café and upstairs.
- Rooms and tools on demand. Meeting room, call booths, and a studio mean he can record content and run sessions without maintaining his own facility. He closed his previous studio knowing he could use Weave’s.
- Fewer chores, more focus. No utilities or repairs to juggle. More headspace for client results and team support.
For me, the move wasn’t just about a desk. It was about more community, more idea-sharing, and less overhead, while keeping my team flexible.
The day-to-day feel
Upstairs, the ambience is calm and cool. You can find a quiet corner for deep work, then step into a shared area to talk through ideas. Downstairs, the café brings steady energy and a grounded crowd. Because Weave sits slightly off the tourist paths, you see more regulars and long-term residents. That makes it easier to build lasting connections.
Who it’s for
Consider Weave if you:
- Run a remote or hybrid team and want a steady place to land
- Need meeting rooms, call booths, or studio access sometimes—not every day
- Prefer near-Old-City access without the crush of the busiest nomad zones
- Want practical business help on site (visas, registration, mail)
- Care about thoughtful design, local craft, and a real community
How to try it
Drop by Weave Artisan Society and take a look at the upstairs private coworking space. Ask about day, week, or monthly rates. Grab a coffee, meet a few people, and see how it works during your own schedule. There’s more coming as Julian, Nok, and the team keep tuning the space.
If you’re searching for a long-term desk in Chiang Mai, and a place where work and craft sit side by side, we recommend putting Weave on your list.
Jake Mooney is the owner of Green Light Studio, a Thailand/USA marketing agency with a remote global team. He’s spent six years in Chiang Mai with his family and helps ambitious businesses apply the calm marketing framework.
