Principles

A visionary developer with 30+ years in luxuryreal estate and hospitality, Nikolai blends architecture, culture, and soul. He’s the force behind iconic projects like Nikki Beach Samui and the award-winning Naissance Villas, recognised by CNBC for Best Small Marina Development. At Arcana, he leads the vision of purposful design.

Rooted in Samui, Putthapong brings local insight and engineering expertise to Arcana. A certified civil engineer, he leads construction with care and precision. With experience on landmark projects like Nikki Beach Samui and Naissance Villas and  he grounds our vision in reliable craftsmanship.

Washira leads Arcana’s sales strategy and investor engagement, bringing sharp business insight from years of experience in sales and property sectors. With a collaborative and pragmatic approach, she helps shape Arcana’s commercial path while fostering a culture of trust, clarity, and purpose.

Edward Mailov is a finance strategist with a background in real estate development and venture capital. As CFO of The Arcana Collective, he leads financial planning, capital strategy, and risk management to ensure the project's long-term success.

Patchara and Ornnicha lead P.O.AR, the 2023 Dezeen Awards Emerging Architecture Studio of the Year. Their research-based practice combines traditional, local, and modern elements to create socially conscious design. At Arcana, they bring award-winning expertise in hospitality and residential architecture to realize the project's wellness-focused vision.

Graham is an Architect and Designer with 30+ years of experience in residential, retail, hospitality, and cultural projects. Passionate about sustainability and storytelling, he brings visionary design to The Arcana Collective, crafting elegant, immersive spaces that reflect the project’s ethos.

With over 25 years of experience in structural design and civil engineering, Pissanu brings deep technical mastery and calm precision to Arcana’s foundation. Known for his problem-solving mindset and hands-on expertise, he ensures every structure is built to last—balancing strength, safety, and design intent at every step.

Donni brings a storytelling mindset and global brand experience to Arcana’s marketing strategy. Known for shaping iconic destinations like Ku De Ta in Bali, he has led branding and creative direction for some of Asia’s most successful hospitality concepts. At Arcana, Donni weaves purpose and belonging into every  touchpoint.

Alex is a technology strategist with expertise in digital infrastructure and business systems. As CTO of Arcana, he leads the integration of smart technologies, med-tech program, and immersive tech experiences that enhance community connectivity and operational efficiency throughout the development.