Have you ever felt the world turn upside down? Welcome to Baan Teelanka the Upside Down House in Phuket. Right before your eyes stands a three-story pink house defying gravity. It’s as if a playful giant casually tossed it onto its roof. This isn’t just a house it’s an experience a playful challenge to your perception.
The brainchild of Alex Riva and his wife this Phuket landmark opened in 2014. It’s more than just a quirky photo opportunity. Baan Teelanka is a testament to their passion for detail. Every item every frame every shoe has been carefully placed to create this surreal scene. The house is constantly evolving adding to its charm and uniqueness.
Enter through the roof. Yes you read that right. You’ll step directly into the attic. A staircase leads you to the main living area. Your brain will initially struggle to make sense of it all. Everything is on the ceiling. Your instincts are all wrong. You are walking on the ceiling while the furniture appears to float beneath you. Even the fish in the aquariums swim upside down a truly unique sight.
Explore the inverted kitchen. Marvel at the topsy-turvy living room. Notice the bedroom with its upside-down TV playing a video of the song Upside Down. The image is perfectly inverted of course. The detail is astonishing. You’ll have to take photos and rotate your camera to truly appreciate the designer’s skill. Everything looks perfectly normal when viewed from the correct perspective.
Don’t miss the bathroom. This is where the truly silly poses begin. Imagine yourself defying gravity Spider-Man style. Or perhaps as the hapless Simpson’s character Spider-Pig. Let your imagination run wild.
Descend to the open-air basement. Built on stilts like a traditional Thai house you’ll find the garage and a children’s playground. The highlight here is a real-life Tuk Tuk also turned upside down.
Behind the Upside Down House is another attraction. A large garden maze called A Maze In Thailand. From above it looks simple but once inside it becomes a challenging labyrinth of twists and turns. It’s a perfect activity for the whole family.
The Upside Down House isn’t just a tourist attraction. It’s an interactive experience a place where logic takes a backseat and imagination takes flight. So come and spend a day at Baan Teelanka and experience Phuket from a completely different perspective. Remember to visit on a weekday especially early in the day for the best experience and the perfect Instagram shots.