Bassac Signature Hotel & Residence

Project Background

The building was originally known as Bassac Place, a residential apartment block nearing completion. After acquisition by a new owner, it was stripped back to its primary structure. We were commissioned to redesign the building from the bare frame into a mixed-use property combining hotel and long-stay residential functions.

Location

Bassac Signature is situated in Phnom Penh's Tonle Bassac district, at the intersection of Norodom Boulevard and Sothearos Boulevard, just 500 meters from the iconic Independence Monument. The Royal Palace, the National Museum, and the Tonle Sap riverfront are all within immediate reach. A short walk leads to Bassac Lane — a once-quiet residential alley that has evolved into one of the city's most vibrant destinations, lined with international eateries, craft cocktail bars, and local creative ventures.

Architectural Design

The original 18-storey structure was extended to 22 storeys, bringing the total gross floor area to approximately 15,000 square meters. The design speaks a clean, restrained modernist language. The facade is articulated through an interplay of full-height curtain wall glazing and setback balconies, providing each guest room with generous city views while lending the elevation a sense of transparency and rhythmic depth.

The interior design, executed by a separate specialist team, carries a neutral palette of grey, white, and timber throughout — a deliberate response to the building's dual identity, balancing the composed professionalism of a business hotel with the warmth and livability of a serviced apartment.

Rooftop

The 22nd-floor rooftop is the culmination of the building. An infinity-edge pool extends toward the skyline; at dusk, the Independence Monument, the spires of the Royal Palace, and the Tonle Sap River unfold in sequence across the panorama. Adjacent to the pool, the Vertigo restaurant and Sky Bar adopt a semi-open-air design, allowing dining and socializing to merge seamlessly with Phnom Penh's skyline.

Program

Hotel rooms and long-stay residences are separated by floor, ensuring privacy for both. Unit types range from compact 32-square-meter guest rooms to the 230-square-meter Signature Penthouse, catering to business travelers, extended-stay guests, and digital nomads alike. Every unit is equipped with a dedicated living area, kitchenette, and a balcony with views — blurring the line between hotel and home.

Bassac Signature Hotel & Residence officially opened in October 2025.