International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) opened its doors to teachers from other schools in Ho Chi Minh City and South East Asia with a common mission of redefining 21st century learning. Attending International Schools came from Australia, Laos, Singapore, South Korea and Vietnam. This two-day event included workshops and InspireTalks allowing for collaboration … Read more
From dodging erratic motorcyclists to transporting live animals, the life of a bus driver is never boring The job of a bus driver in Saigon has long been one of the most stressful and hazardous gigs in town. If staying on schedule or fighting through traffic or remaining in a seated position for hours doesn’t get … Read more
How water brought wealth and then disappeared from the city The delta of the Mekong River is one of the most threatened delta areas in the world. As a result of climate change, the country is plagued by more rain, more floods and salinization of the lower reaches of the river. In 2009 architect Joep … Read more
I’m in love with this city. Saigon is a city full of vitality and, despite the hardworking and hectic life of its inhabitants, is characterized by a contagious lighthearted optimism. I think what excites and conquers us foreigners, especially Westerners, is the how easy the possibility is to connecting with others. In Saigon, we are … Read more
Saigon is expanding at breakneck speed. In order to learn more about what might happen, what will happen, and what should happen, Oi spoke with a number of informed, invested, and expert sources on Saigon’s progress, development and identity. Our expert panel: Andrew Currie Co-Founder & Managing Director of OUT-2 Design & Workplace-Asia www.OUT-2.com Lam … Read more
Saigon is expanding at breakneck speed. In order to learn more about what might happen, what will happen, and what should happen, Oi spoke with a number of informed, invested, and expert sources on Saigon’s progress, development and identity. Our expert panel: Andrew Currie Co-Founder & Managing Director of OUT-2 Design & Workplace-Asia www.OUT-2.com Archie … Read more
Thai artist Pariwat Anantachina’s digital collage of Saigon and its people Meet the other Mr.Big. He’s not very tall. He’s not even large. And he has nothing to do with Carrie Bradshaw. But he’s been Mr. Big since birth. You see, his parents owned a heavy machinery shop in Bangkok – buying, selling, repairing. Of … Read more
Saigon is expanding at breakneck speed. In order to learn more about what might happen, what will happen, and what should happen, Oi spoke with a number of informed, invested, and expert sources on Saigon’s progress, development and identity. Our expert panel: Andrew Currie Co-Founder & Managing Director of OUT-2 Design & Workplace-Asia www.OUT-2.com Archie … Read more
In less than a decade Ho Chi Minh City has transformed itself into Asia’s most dynamic boomtown. But in its dash to the future, will the city still called Saigon make room for its past? SAIGON. Some might look around and say: ‘Saigon? More like Saigoing.’ This city, first named for a forest kingdom as … Read more
Look Around. What you see is who you are. Where you live defines you. Your street, your neighborhood, your market, your museum, your art, your café, your crime: They all seep into your identity. Your city and its surroundings are the history around your life – they should speak to you about you, and you … Read more
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