Frequently Asked Questions
About L’Envol Art Space
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What is L'Envol Art Space?
L'Envol Art Space is an artist-led art destination in Sathorn, Bangkok, that brings three experiences together in one address: a contemporary pop art gallery showing the work of French sculptor Arnaud Nazare-Aga, the world's first and only official Little Prince Cafe, and Vol de Nuit, a hidden speakeasy bar in the garden. It spreads over around 350 square meters and two floors, and seeing the art is free.
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Is L'Envol a cafe, an art gallery, or a bar?
L'Envol Art Space is all three in one building in Sathorn, Bangkok. You walk in through the pop art gallery, the Little Prince Cafe serves coffee, homemade pastries, and light food from morning into the night, and Vol de Nuit is a hidden cocktail bar set around a koi pond garden at the back. Many guests come for one and discover the others.
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Who created L'Envol Art Space?
L'Envol Art Space was created by French pop artist Arnaud Nazare-Aga, who built it as an extension of his own home in Sathorn, Bangkok. It is run as a family business: his son Arthur Nazare-Aga is the operations manager and the pastry chef behind the cafe's homemade desserts.
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What does the name L'Envol mean?
L'Envol is French for taking flight, a fitting name for a space built around Arnaud Nazare-Aga's Little Prince art and the theme of flight. The bar's name, Vol de Nuit, means Night Flight and comes from Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's 1931 novel of the same title.
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How was L'Envol Art Space built?
L'Envol Art Space was built by hand during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rather than let his studio team of around twenty artisans go, Arnaud Nazare-Aga spent two years rebuilding the space with them: walls finished in natural limestone powder and hand-cut into dune-like waves, two windows shaped like his Sumo Shiko sculpture, a wooden roof laid tile by tile, and counters and tables made in his studio in resin and fiberglass. It opened in October 2022.
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What makes L'Envol different from other cafes and galleries in Bangkok?
L'Envol Art Space is the only address in the world where the official Little Prince Cafe, a working pop art gallery, and a hidden speakeasy live together. The venue was built by hand by the artist and his team, Arnaud Nazare-Aga is often present in person, entry to the gallery is free, and more than 100 original sculptures surround every coffee and cocktail.
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Is L'Envol Art Space worth visiting?
L'Envol Art Space is one of Sathorn's most distinctive hidden gems: an art cafe and pop art gallery where you can have specialty coffee or a craft cocktail surrounded by more than 100 original sculptures. It suits art lovers, Little Prince fans, couples, families, remote workers, and anyone looking for a relaxed and photogenic spot away from the busy city.
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When did L'Envol Art Space open?
L'Envol Art Space opened in October 2022, after Arnaud Nazare-Aga and his team spent two years building it by hand during the pandemic. The Little Prince Cafe was inaugurated in 2023.
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Is there an entrance fee at L'Envol Art Space?
Description goes hereNo. Entry to L'Envol Art Space and its pop art gallery is free, and photography is welcome. You can walk through and see the sculptures whether or not you order from the cafe or bar.
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How big is L'Envol Art Space?
L'Envol Art Space covers around 350 square meters across two floors in Sathorn, Bangkok. The ground floor holds the gallery showroom and leads out to the Vol de Nuit garden bar, the cafe seating is upstairs, and more than 100 sculptures are on permanent display throughout.
The Little Prince Cafe
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Is there an official Little Prince cafe?
Yes. The Little Prince Cafe at L'Envol Art Space in Bangkok is the world's first and only official Little Prince Cafe. It was created by French artist Arnaud Nazare-Aga and is built around his original Little Prince sculptures.
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Is the Little Prince Cafe just a themed cafe?
No, the Little Prince Cafe in Bangkok is not a themed cafe. It is the world's first and only official Little Prince Cafe, set inside a working pop art gallery, where the Little Prince pieces are Arnaud Nazare-Aga's own original sculptures rather than decoration or merchandise. It is best described as an art cafe.
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What makes the Little Prince Cafe official?
The Little Prince Cafe is official because the Little Prince art in it is Arnaud Nazare-Aga's own original creation, and it was inaugurated in 2023 in the presence of Olivier d'Agay, great-nephew of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and head of the Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Youth Foundation, together with French astronauts Claudie Haigneré, France's first female astronaut, and Jean-Pierre Haigneré. It has also been featured by the official Le Petit Prince organization as the first Little Prince cafe in the world.
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Is the Little Prince Cafe recognized by the Saint-Exupéry family?
Yes. The cafe was inaugurated in 2023 by Olivier d'Agay, great-nephew of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and head of the Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Youth Foundation, and Arnaud Nazare-Aga's Little Prince Art Collection and his In The Dark installation have been exhibited around the world with the Foundation.
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Where is the Little Prince Cafe in Bangkok?
The Little Prince Cafe is inside L'Envol Art Space at 180 Soi Suan Phlu, Thung Maha Mek, South Sathorn, Bangkok 10120. It sits on a leafy lane just off South Sathorn Road, near the Somerset Suan Plu residence.
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What is the connection between the cafe and Antoine de Saint-Exupéry?
The Little Prince Cafe grows out of a real family connection. Arnaud Nazare-Aga's grandfather, Djibrail Nazare-Aga, and the young Antoine de Saint-Exupéry moved in the same early-aviation world, both flew the Breguet 14, and met on several occasions. That personal link inspired Arnaud to create his Little Prince sculptures and, later, the cafe.
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Is the cafe good for fans of The Little Prince book?
Yes. Fans of Le Petit Prince will find Arnaud Nazare-Aga's original sculptures of the book's characters throughout L'Envol Art Space, including The Fox, the Little Prince, the B-612 asteroid, and the centerpiece known as The Flight. It is a place to sit with a coffee among the characters and stories from the book.
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Do I need to know The Little Prince to enjoy the cafe?
Not at all. Most visitors come to the Little Prince Cafe for the specialty coffee, the homemade pastries, and the colorful pop art, and the Little Prince story simply adds a layer of charm. You do not need to know the book to enjoy it.
Visiting - Hours, Location & Getting There
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What are L'Envol Art Space's opening hours?
L'Envol Art Space is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 AM. It is closed on Mondays.
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Is L'Envol open on Mondays?
No. L'Envol Art Space is closed every Monday. It is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 AM.
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What time does the cafe open and when does the bar start?
The Little Prince Cafe opens at 10:00 AM, so mornings and afternoons are for coffee, matcha, homemade pastries, and light food. Drinks, including cocktails, are served from 10:00 AM as well, and the Vol de Nuit garden bar is at its most atmospheric in the evening.
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Where is L'Envol Art Space located?
L'Envol Art Space is at 180 Soi Suan Phlu, Thung Maha Mek, South Sathorn, Bangkok 10120, on a quiet, leafy lane just off South Sathorn Road. It sits near the Somerset Suan Plu serviced residence.
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How do I get to L'Envol Art Space by public transport?
L'Envol Art Space is in the Suan Phlu area of Sathorn, Bangkok. The nearest MRT subway station is Lumphini on the Blue Line, the nearest BTS Skytrain stations are Chong Nonsi and Sala Daeng, and local buses stop nearby. A taxi or Grab straight to 180 Soi Suan Phlu is the easiest option.
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Is there parking at L'Envol Art Space?
Yes. There is car parking at the nearby Somerset Suan Plu building, and street parking for motorbikes on Soi Suan Phlu. Many guests also find a taxi or Grab the easiest way to arrive.
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How long should I plan to spend at L'Envol?
Most guests spend one to three hours at L'Envol Art Space. You can drop in for a quick coffee and a look at the art, settle in to work for the afternoon, or stay into the evening for cocktails in the garden.
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Is L'Envol better during the day or at night?
Both. By day, L'Envol Art Space is a calm art cafe for coffee, matcha, and homemade pastries among the sculptures. By night, it becomes an atmospheric hidden bar in the koi pond garden. Many visitors arrive in the late afternoon and stay as the space shifts from cafe to bar.
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Is L'Envol near Lumphini Park?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space sits in the Suan Phlu area of Sathorn, a short ride from Lumphini Park and the Sathorn business district, which makes it an easy stop before or after exploring the neighborhood.
Planning Your Visit - Practical Questions
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Do I need a reservation at L'Envol?
No reservation is needed for the cafe or the gallery at L'Envol Art Space, and walk-ins are always welcome. For evenings at Vol de Nuit, larger groups, or private events, it is best to message ahead on +66 89 897 7065 to be sure of a table.
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Is the full menu available all day?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space has no separate daytime or nighttime menu and no cut-off. Everything served, from coffee and homemade pastries to cocktails, wine, and snacks, is available all day and all night during opening hours.
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Is there Wi-Fi, and can I work from L'Envol?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space is a comfortable place to work or study during the day, with Wi-Fi, plenty of seating upstairs, and a relaxed, unhurried pace. Many guests bring a laptop for a few hours over coffee.
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Is L'Envol air-conditioned?
The indoor cafe and gallery areas at L'Envol Art Space are air-conditioned, while the Vol de Nuit garden bar is a mostly open-air setting around the koi pond. You can choose indoor comfort or the outdoor garden depending on the weather and your mood.
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What languages does the team speak?
The team at L'Envol Art Space speaks English and Thai, and because the family behind the venue is French, French is often spoken too. Visitors from anywhere are warmly welcomed.
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How can I pay at L'Envol? Do you take cards?
L'Envol Art Space accepts cash, credit and debit cards (Visa and Mastercard, though not American Express), Alipay, and Thai QR payment. For art purchases, bank transfer is also available.
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Is L'Envol accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?
The ground-floor gallery and the garden at L'Envol Art Space are on one level, while the cafe seating is upstairs. If you have specific accessibility needs, message +66 89 897 7065 and the team will do their best to help.
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Can I bring outside food to L'Envol?
The Little Prince Cafe serves homemade pastries, desserts, and light food. If you have a specific need or request, message +66 89 897 7065 ahead of your visit and the team will do their best to accommodate you.
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Is L'Envol good for a quick visit or better for lingering?
Both work well at L'Envol Art Space. It is easy to pop in for a takeaway coffee and a look at the sculptures, and just as easy to settle in for the afternoon or evening. There is no pressure to rush.
The Cafe - Coffee, Chocolate, Tea & Food
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What kind of coffee does the Little Prince Cafe serve?
The Little Prince Cafe serves specialty coffee made with 100 percent organic Arabica beans grown and roasted in Thailand by Left Hand Roasters. Expect carefully made espresso-based drinks, from a classic flat white to iced options for the Bangkok heat.
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Is the coffee organic?
Yes. The coffee at the Little Prince Cafe is 100 percent organic Arabica, grown and roasted in Thailand by Left Hand Roasters, for a clean, ethical cup.
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Do you serve Thai coffee?
Yes. The Arabica beans at the Little Prince Cafe are grown and roasted in Thailand, so every cup is Thai specialty coffee, a lovely way to taste what Thailand's coffee farms can do.
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What chocolate does the cafe use?
The Little Prince Cafe uses single-origin 70 percent dark chocolate from Kad Kokoa, made from organic cacao grown in Prachuap Khiri Khan in southern Thailand. It has a bright, fruity character, and it appears in the drinks and in Arthur's homemade desserts.
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Do you have matcha?
Yes. The Little Prince Cafe serves traditional Japanese matcha from Matchalabo, made with organic matcha from Japan, as a hot or iced matcha latte among other options.
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What teas do you serve?
The Little Prince Cafe serves organic French teas from Kusmi Tea, brought from France, alongside its Japanese matcha. There is a range of blends to suit a quiet afternoon or a moment after a meal.
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Are the pastries homemade?
Yes. The pastries and desserts at the Little Prince Cafe are homemade by Arthur Nazare-Aga, the owner's son and pastry chef, using premium ingredients such as French butter and flour, Madagascar vanilla, and the same organic Thai chocolate served in the drinks.
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What food does the cafe serve?
The Little Prince Cafe serves homemade French pastries and desserts, along with light savory options such as cheese platters, french fries, and nachos. It is cafe dining rather than a full restaurant, made to pair with good coffee or a glass of wine, and quiches are being added to the menu soon.
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Do you have vegetarian options?
Yes. Vegetarian options at the Little Prince Cafe include the homemade pastries, cheese platters, french fries, and nachos. There are no vegan items at the moment. Quiches are coming soon, including a vegetarian mushroom quiche and a classic quiche lorraine.
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Do you serve breakfast or brunch?
The Little Prince Cafe opens at 10:00 AM with coffee, matcha, homemade pastries, and light food, which makes it a relaxed late-morning or brunch-style stop in Sathorn.
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What are some signature things to order?
Guests at the Little Prince Cafe love the specialty coffee, the matcha and iced chocolate, and our homemade desserts. The presentation is part of the fun, since the drinks and plates are made to look as good as they taste.
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Do you serve ice cream?
Yes. The Little Prince Cafe serves gelato from Magnificent, an artisan gelato maker on Nang Linchi Road in Bangkok.
Vol de Nuit - The Hidden Bar & Cocktails
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Is there a bar at L'Envol Art Space?
Yes. Vol de Nuit is a hidden speakeasy bar tucked at the back of L'Envol Art Space in Sathorn, Bangkok, set around a koi pond garden. It serves craft cocktails, fine wines, and artisanal beers among the pop art.
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What is Vol de Nuit?
Vol de Nuit, meaning Night Flight, is the hidden bar of L'Envol Art Space: an intimate speakeasy with warm, marble-lit interiors and an open-air garden around a koi pond. It is one of Sathorn's most atmospheric secret bars, created by French artist Arnaud Nazare-Aga.
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Is Vol de Nuit a speakeasy?
Yes. Vol de Nuit is a speakeasy-style hidden bar in Sathorn, Bangkok. You enter through the art gallery of L'Envol Art Space and walk through to discover it at the back, in the garden. It is the kind of place you find once and return to.
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What makes Vol de Nuit different from other Bangkok speakeasies?
Vol de Nuit sits inside a working pop art gallery, something few bars anywhere in the world can claim. You reach it through the sculptures of L'Envol Art Space, the garden wraps around a koi pond, the cocktails are built on Thai craft spirits, and the bar itself was designed and built by the artist Arnaud Nazare-Aga.
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What cocktails and drinks do you serve?
Vol de Nuit serves craft cocktails made with Thai craft spirits, including Saneha Gin, Lanna Vodka, Chalong Bay Rum, and Dandy Brandy, alongside fine wines and artisanal beers. The cocktails change with the seasons and the bartender's imagination.
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Do you use Thai spirits?
Yes. The signature cocktails at Vol de Nuit are built around Thai craft spirits made in Thailand, such as Saneha Gin, Lanna Vodka, and Chalong Bay Rum. It is a way to show what Thai distillers are doing with local ingredients.
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Can I drink alcohol during the daytime?
Yes. Alcohol at L'Envol Art Space is served from 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM, so a daytime glass of wine, a beer, or a cocktail is very possible, and the relaxed cafe setting makes it easy. The Vol de Nuit garden bar itself is at its most atmospheric in the evening.
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Is there a happy hour?
Yes. Happy hour at Vol de Nuit runs every day from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It is a relaxed way to start the evening in the garden before the bar fills up.
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Does Vol de Nuit have outdoor seating or a garden?
Yes. The heart of Vol de Nuit is its garden bar, an open-air courtyard around a koi pond with seating under the sky, plus intimate indoor seating with marble accents.
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Do I need to book a table at the bar?
Walk-ins are welcome at Vol de Nuit, but for weekend evenings, larger groups, or a guaranteed table in the garden, it is best to message ahead on +66 89 897 7065.
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Do you have non-alcoholic drinks in the evening?
Yes. The full cafe menu of specialty coffee, matcha, chocolate, and organic teas is available all day and all night at L'Envol Art Space, alongside other non-alcoholic drinks, so non-drinkers and designated drivers are well looked after at Vol de Nuit.
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Do you host cocktail workshops?
Yes. Vol de Nuit runs occasional cocktail workshops using Thai craft spirits, where you learn to make a few drinks yourself. They usually run in the afternoon and need a minimum of six people. Message +66 89 897 7065 to arrange one.
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What kind of atmosphere does the bar have?
Vol de Nuit is intimate, relaxed, and unhurried: warm lighting, marble accents, pop art on the walls, and the calm of the koi pond garden. It suits a romantic date, a quiet drink, or a small gathering of friends rather than a loud night out.
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Do you serve wine and beer as well as cocktails?
Yes. Alongside its craft cocktails, Vol de Nuit serves fine wines and artisanal beers, so there is something for every taste, whether you want a signature drink or a simple glass of wine in the garden.
The Gallery & The Art
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Can I visit the gallery, and is it free?
Yes. The pop art gallery is the entrance to L'Envol Art Space, and seeing the art is free. Visitors are welcome to walk through and take photos whether or not they order anything.
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Can I take photos of the art?
Yes, photography is welcome throughout L'Envol Art Space, one of Bangkok's most Instagrammable venues. A few pieces are fragile, so those are for looking at without touching.
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Who is Arnaud Nazare-Aga?
Arnaud Nazare-Aga is a French pop artist, born in Paris in 1965 and based in Bangkok since 2005. He is known for his colorful resin-and-fiberglass sculptures of animals and characters, and he has shown internationally, including at the 2019 Venice Biennale.
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What is Arnaud Nazare-Aga's connection to Buddhism?
Arnaud Nazare-Aga is a Buddhist Lama. He grew up in the Tibetan Buddhist community of Palden Shangpa (Kagyu Ling) in La Boulaye, Burgundy, where he worked as the plaster-moulder of the Temple of a Thousand Buddhas, creating its molded decorative elements. He completed the traditional three-year retreat and remains closely connected to Buddhist communities in France. That grounding shapes his belief that each color carries its own energy, which is why his sculptures are so full of it.
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Where has Arnaud Nazare-Aga exhibited?
Arnaud Nazare-Aga has exhibited across Asia and Europe. Highlights include the 2019 Venice Art Biennale, where his 4.5 meter Sumo Totem named Vision stood at the entrance of Palazzo Mora, an installation of more than 40 Hippop'Art sculptures at Fullerton Heritage in Singapore in 2015, a permanent installation at the Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Museum in Tarfaya, Morocco, and monumental works at One City Centre and Sansiri in Bangkok.
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What kind of art is on display?
The gallery at L'Envol Art Space shows more than 100 original pop art sculptures by Arnaud Nazare-Aga: bright, rounded, joyful pieces including hippos, sumos, elephants, gorillas, whales, giraffes, and the Little Prince characters. All of them are on permanent display and available to collect.
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What are the main sculpture collections?
Arnaud Nazare-Aga's collections at L'Envol Art Space include Hippop'Art, his signature hippos, the Sumo Collection and the monumental Sumo Totem, Eleph'Pop, Giraf'Pop, Goril'Pop, B'Pop bears, Lion Pop, Whale Pop, Tropic'Ice Monkey, Venus, Ballerina, and the Little Prince Collection. Each has its own story.
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What is the Sumo Totem?
The Sumo Totem is Arnaud Nazare-Aga's most personal work: a stacked column of sumo figures that tells his path of life, from the circle you keep around you, to your roots, to opening up to others, to taking risks and moving forward. A 4.5 meter Sumo Totem named Vision was shown at the 2019 Venice Biennale and now resides in Brescia, Italy. Sumo Totems stand in the gallery at L'Envol Art Space in Bangkok.
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What is The Flight and the Little Prince In The Dark?
The Flight is a unique, fragile Little Prince sculpture that is the centerpiece of L'Envol Art Space, shown beside a small B-612 piece under blacklight so they glow. It belongs to Arnaud Nazare-Aga's larger project, The Little Prince In The Dark, an installation of white fluorescent sculptures and gold stars originally created so blind and visually-impaired visitors could experience the story by touch, exhibited in official Little Prince exhibitions around the world.
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How are the sculptures made?
Every sculpture begins with Arnaud Nazare-Aga's vision. He creates each design and the colors for its first edition, and his studio team at PAJ'Art in Bangkok then brings it to life, casting it in resin and fiberglass and finishing it by hand with eight layers of acrylic paint and eight coats of UV-resistant marine lacquer, hand-sanded between each coat. Every piece comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by Arnaud.
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Where are the sculptures made?
The sculptures shown at L'Envol Art Space are made in Bangkok at PAJ'Art Studio, Arnaud Nazare-Aga's 1,200 square meter workshop, founded in 2011. Everything is created in Thailand by his studio team.
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Will I meet the artist?
Often, yes. Arnaud Nazare-Aga is frequently at L'Envol Art Space and enjoys talking with visitors about the stories behind his pieces, though it cannot be guaranteed on any given day. Many guests mention meeting him as a highlight of their visit.
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Is this a permanent collection or a rotating exhibition?
The art at L'Envol Art Space is a permanent collection. The sculptures are on display all the time, and every one of them is available to collect, so what you see is what you can take home or order in your chosen size.
Buying Art, Shipping & Commissions
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Can I buy the sculptures?
Yes. Every sculpture on display at L'Envol Art Space is available to buy, from smaller collectible pieces to monumental works. The team can guide you, and Arnaud Nazare-Aga is often on hand to talk through the options.
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How much do the sculptures cost?
Sculpture prices at L'Envol Art Space span a wide range. Collector pieces start from around 22,000 THB for the small size, mid-size pieces run higher, and monumental works can reach several million baht. Smaller souvenir-size sculptures are also available as gifts at around 2,000 - 7,000 THB.
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What is the most affordable way to own a piece?
The most accessible collector pieces at L'Envol Art Space start from around 22,000 THB, and smaller souvenir-size sculptures make an affordable keepsake or gift. The team can show you the options that fit your space and budget.
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Do you ship internationally?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space ships artwork worldwide and has sent sculptures to collectors across Europe, the Americas, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Australia. International shipping goes via FedEx or EMS, usually five to ten days, fully insured, with customs handled.
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Do you deliver and install in Bangkok?
Yes. In Bangkok, delivery and installation of sculptures from L'Envol Art Space are included. For other Thai provinces, delivery is costed per order.
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Can I buy art if I cannot visit Bangkok?
Yes. For collectors who cannot visit Bangkok in person, L'Envol Art Space offers private viewings by video call, and ships worldwide. Email art@lenvolbkk.com to arrange a viewing.
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Does each sculpture come with a certificate?
Yes. Every sculpture from L'Envol Art Space comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by Arnaud Nazare-Aga.
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Are the sculptures suitable for outdoors?
Yes. Arnaud Nazare-Aga's sculptures are finished with UV-resistant marine lacquer and built for indoor or outdoor display, including tropical climates. Many collectors place them in gardens, lobbies, and beside pools.
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Do you take commissions?
Commissions are possible but rare, and only for large-scale works, usually as part of a larger project such as a hotel, a development, or a corporate space. For a large commission, email art@lenvolbkk.com to discuss it with the studio.
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Do you sell smaller gifts or souvenirs?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space has made The Little Prince mugs, with postcards, stickers, and more goodies on the way, and its smaller souvenir-size sculptures make a meaningful keepsake from Bangkok. Ask the team about take-home options during your visit.
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How do I enquire about a specific piece?
For any artwork question, pricing, or shipping quote, go to nazare-aga.com/contact, email art@lenvolbkk.com or speak to the team in the gallery at L'Envol Art Space.
For collectors abroad, photos, dimensions, and a video viewing can be arranged.
Who It's For - Families, Dogs, Groups, Dates & More
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Is L'Envol family-friendly? Can I bring children?
Yes. Families and children are welcome in the cafe and gallery at L'Envol Art Space, which are relaxed, safe, and full of colorful sculptures that delight younger visitors. Vol de Nuit is a bar and is best suited to adults in the evening.
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Is L'Envol suitable for a day out with kids?
Yes. During cafe hours, the gallery and the Little Prince Cafe make an easy, screen-free outing in Bangkok: bright art to look at, homemade treats, and coloring for all ages. Although we don’t have any high chairs, or kids chair adaptor. The garden bar in the evening is great for family gathering with our low-tempo music and speakeasy ambiance.
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Is there anything for kids to do?
Yes. The Little Prince Cafe keeps pencils, pens, and drawing paper on hand, and both children and adults are welcome to sit and color anytime. The gallery is full of bright, friendly sculptures for younger visitors to enjoy. There are no high chairs.
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Is L'Envol LGBTQ+ friendly?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space is a warm, welcoming, and inclusive venue in Sathorn, Bangkok, and LGBTQ+ guests are very much at home here. It is a relaxed spot for a date, a group, or a quiet drink, with no attitude and plenty of character.
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Is L'Envol dog-friendly or pet-friendly?
Yes, L'Envol Art Space is pet-friendly. All dogs on a leash are welcome downstairs in the gallery and the garden, and small dogs are welcome upstairs in the cafe too. Dogs receive a bowl of water, and dog ice cream is available to buy. Owners remain responsible for their dogs at all times, including any damage or injury they might cause.
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Do you have dog ice cream or treats for dogs?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space keeps a bowl of water ready for visiting dogs and sells dog ice cream, so your dog gets a treat of its own. Dogs on a leash are welcome downstairs and in the garden, and small dogs upstairs in the cafe.
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Is L'Envol a good date spot?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space is one of Sathorn's most romantic hidden spots: an art cafe by day and an intimate garden speakeasy by night, with soft lighting, a koi pond, and pop art all around. It suits a first date or an anniversary equally well.
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Is L'Envol good for groups?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space works well for groups of friends and small gatherings, whether in the cafe, the gallery, or the garden bar. For larger groups or a celebration, message ahead on +66 89 897 7065 for help with seating.
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Is L'Envol good for solo visitors?
Yes. Solo guests are very welcome at L'Envol Art Space, whether you want to work quietly over coffee, wander the gallery at your own pace, or enjoy a drink at the bar. The relaxed atmosphere makes it easy to spend time here alone.
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Is L'Envol a good place to work or study?
Yes, during the day. L'Envol Art Space is a calm, comfortable spot in Sathorn with Wi-Fi and seating upstairs, popular with remote workers and students who settle in over coffee. The pace is unhurried and the art makes a pleasant change from a co-working space.
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Is L'Envol Instagrammable?
Very. With more than 100 colorful sculptures, a koi pond garden, and beautifully presented drinks and desserts, L'Envol Art Space is one of the most photogenic cafes and galleries in Bangkok. Photography is welcome throughout.
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Is L'Envol a quiet or relaxing place?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space is calm and unhurried, a genuine escape from busy Bangkok. Guests often describe it as peaceful and serene, whether over an afternoon coffee or an evening drink in the garden.
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Is L'Envol touristy or more of a local spot?
A bit of both, and pleasantly under the radar. L'Envol Art Space is a hidden gem that draws curious travelers and Little Prince fans, but also Bangkok locals and expats who return for the coffee, the art, and the garden bar.
Events & Private Hire
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Can I host a private event at L'Envol?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space hosts private events among the art, from birthdays and gatherings to corporate evenings and launches. Email lenvolbkk@gmail.com or message +66 89 897 7065 to talk through dates and options.
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What kinds of events do you host?
L'Envol Art Space hosts birthdays, private parties, cocktail workshops, corporate team events and farewells, book clubs, and gallery evenings, among others. The mix of gallery, cafe, and garden bar makes a memorable setting.
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Do you host public events like DJ nights or book clubs?
Yes. L'Envol Art Space hosts occasional community evenings such as book clubs, comedy nights, DJ sets, and gallery events, along with cocktail workshops. Follow @lenvol_artspace on Instagram to see what is coming up.
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How much does it cost to hire the space?
Private hire of part of L'Envol Art Space starts from 20,000 THB in low season (April to August) and 35,000 THB in high season (September to March). For a full-venue privatization, contact the team directly so the event and budget can be planned together.
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How many guests can you host?
L'Envol Art Space can host around 20-30 guests in the cafe, 40 at the bar, and 40 in the main room. For a full-venue event, around 80 guests is the recommended maximum.
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How do I book an event or make a reservation?
For events and larger bookings at L'Envol Art Space, contact us HERE message +66 89 897 7065 or email lenvolbkk@gmail.com.
For a normal cafe or bar visit, simply walk in.
Good to Know
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Is there a dress code?
No. L'Envol Art Space is relaxed and welcoming, with no dress code. Come as you are, whether for a morning coffee or an evening cocktail.
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Is alcohol always available?
Alcohol at L'Envol Art Space is served every day from 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM. On Buddhist holy days and national voting days, Thai law pauses alcohol sales, so on those dates the full non-alcoholic menu, coffee, and food are served without alcohol.
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Is L'Envol suitable for a special occasion or celebration?
Yes. Birthdays, anniversaries, and small celebrations all suit L'Envol Art Space, in the cafe by day or the garden bar by night.
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What else is there to see nearby in Sathorn?
L'Envol Art Space sits in the leafy Suan Phlu area of Sathorn, close to Lumphini Park and the Sathorn business district, so it makes an easy stop before or after exploring the neighborhood.
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Do you have gift cards or vouchers?
Not yet, though gift cards and a range of goodies are in the works at L'Envol Art Space. For now, the smaller souvenir-size sculptures of The Fox sold at 6,500 THB and The Little Prince mugs at 450 THB make a lovely gift!
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Can the venue be family-friendly and adult-friendly at the same time?
Yes, by design. During cafe hours L'Envol Art Space is family-friendly, and in the evening the garden bar becomes a more grown-up space. The cafe and gallery stay welcoming for all ages, and Vol de Nuit is the adult side of the venue.
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How can I contact L'Envol Art Space?
For visits and events at L'Envol Art Space, message +66 89 897 7065 or email lenvolbkk@gmail.com.
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Why does the venue combine a gallery, a cafe, and a bar?
Arnaud Nazare-Aga built L'Envol Art Space to make art part of everyday life rather than something kept behind glass. Coffee in the morning, art all day, and a cocktail at night is his way of letting people live with the work, not just look at it.