Creative Essentials — Place Makes

What is indispensable for creative life in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City?

We asked designers, musicians, writers, and artists where they feel inspired, where they collaborate, and where they create. From their answers, we have created a list of the five essentials to creative life in Vietnam.

Red Chair — Red Plastic Chairs

Sitting on a red plastic chair, watching the world go by.

Vietnamese Coffee

Fueling your day with coffee, served hot or cold

Motor Bike — A Motorbike

Finding that perfect moment when traffic is light to hop on your bike a explore a new area of the city.

A Creative Cafe

Discovering the perfect nook in a hidden cafe for a brainstorm, an impromptu gallery opening, poetry readings or concert.

Best Creative CAfes

Beer Bia Hoi — Bia Hoi

Keeping the creative juices flowing for happy hour and enjoying a glass of bia hoi (fresh beer) with friends.

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