A LEGACY OF CRAFT. A FUTURE OF PURPOSE.

Banyan Tree Gallery was founded on a simple belief - that commerce can be an engine for good.

For more than three decades, we have created meaningful experiences for our guests while supporting artisan livelihoods, preserving the cultural heritage of craft, and advancing a more sustainable future.

What began as a small initiative has grown into a global ecosystem of purposeful commerce. To date, Banyan Tree Gallery has commissioned more than 1.2 million products, supported 339 communities, and collaborated with 240 non-profit organisations to create positive and lasting impact.

Yet our story has never been measured by scale alone.

Behind every creation is a human story. Knowledge passed from one generation to the next. A tradition preserved. A livelihood strengthened.  A community empowered.

We believe true luxury lies not simply in what we bring home, but in the meaning, connection, and positive impact it carries.

Today, Banyan Tree Gallery continues to connect people with cultures, communities, and craftsmanship through products inspired by wellbeing rooted in place and create with purpose.

This is our commitment.  This is our legacy.  This is Banyan Tree Gallery.

Thank you for being part of our journey.

Ms. Claire Chiang


Founder, Banyan Tree Gallery

Co-Founder & Senior Vice President, Banyan Group

A POWERFUL IDEA, BORN FROM 2 CUSHIONS

In 1989, our founder, Claire Chiang, met women artisans in Yasothon, Northeast Thailand.

She learned that the purchase of just two handcrafted Maun cushions could help support local families.

Inspired by what commerce could make possible, she commissioned 500 cushions for her first resort in Phuket.

That decision became the first thread in a much larger story, connecting craft with community, culture with commerce,
and tradition with opportunity.

More than three decades later, the same belief continues to guide us – that every purchase has the potential to create positive impact.

OUR MISSION

To create products with purpose, connecting guests to the places, cultures, and communities that inspire them.

Through wellbeing, craftsmanship, and conscious design, we transform meaningful stories and time-honoured traditions into objects and rituals for modern living.

TIME-HONOURED RITUALS

Rooted in generations of wisdom, our rituals draw on the restorative power of nature to bring greater intention into everyday life.

ROOTED IN PLACE

Inspired by the landscapes, traditions, and cultures of our destinations, our collections create a deeper connection to place and lasting sense of discovery.

ROOTED IN NATURE, CRAFTED FOR WELLBEING

Guided by nature and crafted with care, our collections bring together naturally derived ingredients and thoughtful formulations to support everyday wellbeing.

THE PRIDE OF CRAFT

Craft is how culture lives on.  Every handcrafted piece reflects the skill, creativity, and cultural heritage of the artisans who bring it to life. By creating opportunities for traditional craft to remain relevant in contemporary life, we help preserve generations of knowledge while supporting the communities who carry it forward.

18 CRAFT TECHNIQUES

Banyan Tree Gallery works with 18 distinct traditional craft techniques, each reflecting generations of knowledge, artistry, and cultural identity.   

By supporting the artisans and communities who keep these traditions alive, we help ensure that heritage craftsmanship continues to be valued, practised, and passed on to future generations. 

INCENSE MAKING

Natural botanicals are blended, shaped, and carefully crafted into incense, creating a timeless ritual that engages the senses.

BLOCK PRINTING

Each impression is stamped by hand, celebrating the beauty of precision and subtle variation.

BATIK

Wax and dye come together in a timeless art, revealing patterns that make every piece unique.

TEXTILE WEAVING

Woven by hand, each thread carries the quiet rhythm of time-honoured craft.

EMBROIDERY

Every stitch is carefully placed, transforming fabric into stories told through thread.

POTTERY

Shaped by skilled hands, each form reflects the harmony of earth, touch, and tradition.

CERAMIC CARVING

Intricate carvings bring depth and character, revealing beauty in every carefully crafted detail.

HAMMER & CHISEL

Patiently shaped by hand and tool, each mark reflects the artisan's enduring skill.

WOODWORK

Every piece is thoughtfully crafted, honouring the natural warmth and character of the wood.

SILVER ETCHING

Delicate engravings transform silver into enduring expressions of craftsmanship.

BASKETRY

Natural fibres are woven together by hand, creating forms of strength, beauty, and purpose.

BEADING

Every bead is meticulously placed, forming intricate patterns with patience and precision.

DOT PAINTING

Countless hand-painted dots come together, creating patterns rich in rhythm and meaning.

KNITTING/CROCHET

Loop by loop, each piece is patiently crafted with warmth, care, and tradition.

OUKE PRINTING

Traditional hand-printing techniques create distinctive patterns that celebrate cultural heritage.

PAPER CUTTING

Each delicate cut transforms paper into an intricate expression of artistry.

PAINTED CERAMICS

Hand-painted details breathe life into every ceramic piece with artistry and expression.

WASHI

Made from natural fibres, each sheet embodies the quiet beauty of Japanese papermaking traditions.

RETAILING WITH A DIFFERENCE 

Every product is an opportunity to do more. To honour cultural heritage.  To strengthen communities. To conserve natural resources. To make sustainability part of everyday living. 

Honour Cultural Heritage

Keeping traditional knowledge, artistry, and cultural identity alive for future generations.
Empower Artisan Communities

Creating opportunities that strengthen livelihoods and help artisan communities thrive. 
Conserve Natural Resources

Rethinking materials and processes to reduce waste and create more responsibly.