axte studio
The Studio

A multidisciplinary design studio based in Cambodia — a small team of designers, creators, thinkers, and makers.

We do not subscribe to a particular style or any fixed design principles. We believe each project is different and requires a tailored approach.

We design rich, exciting spaces across scales, from a table to a tower. We listen to our clients and create unexpected value through our designs. Our motivation is to improve the quality of the built environment by creating beautiful spaces where performance and function is a priority.
Leadership
Tobias Alexander Griffiths
Co-Founder & Design Director
A Registered Architect in the United Kingdom and graduate of the Royal College of Art. Tobias gained experience at Grimshaw and Hawkins Brown, working across multiple sectors on prominent projects before founding axte.
Vong Chhay Te
Co-Founder
Studied at the University of Liverpool and became a certified architect upon returning to Cambodia. Vong Chhay also serves as Parbury's CEO in the real estate realm, bringing architectural insight and pragmatic thinking to the team.
Our Services

Architecture

New build design, renovation and adaptive reuse, façade design and development.

Interior Design

Interior design for new builds and renovations, material and finishes selection, custom joinery and bespoke built-ins.

FF&E

Furniture, lighting, rugs and accessories selection, window treatments, bespoke upholstery, and artwork curation.

Project Management

End-to-end management from concept through construction and final handover — safeguarding quality, budget, and programme.

Masterplanning

Mixed-use and residential masterplanning, site strategy, and community-focused development frameworks.

Turnkey Delivery

Fully integrated solutions — design, coordination, procurement, construction, and completion as a single-point responsibility.
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TK Central Conference space, 2025. The venue includes three connected halls that can be opened up or closed off to suit the size and style of each event. We kept the design contemporary and clean, tailored to work just as well for formal corporate f
TK Central Conference space, 2025. We recently completed a new premium events space in Toul Kork — designed for flexibility & function.
A sectional façade model from a project we were working on earlier this year.
Another highlight from 289 café: a series of communal round benches — perfect for a quick coffee break or a casual catch-up! Photography by @wanthaimages
A detailed look at the coworking area we designed for 289 Cafe. The table was crafted from CNC-cut birch plywood by @tdbprojects Photography by @wanthaimages
A closer look at some of the scenes from inside the bar. Our proposed material palette takes cues from the city’s industrial character, incorporating low-tech, simple materials like corrugated metal sheets and exposed concrete. We also want to
A closer look at the garden and terraces. We wanted to create a space that can adapt to a variety of uses—whether it’s after-work hangouts, private parties, or corporate events. Swipe through to see the space in both day and night.
Here’s a look at the concept for a rooftop bar we designed last year. The design draws inspiration from the typical beer gardens found throughout the city, reimagining them in an elevated setting. A standout feature of the space is the stacke
Parisa, Phnom Penh, 2024 The store features an open-plan layout with perimeter-hung displays, keeping the central space open and flexible. The fitting rooms, accessible through the archway shown in the image, provide customers with a more intimate e
Parisa, Phnom Penh, 2024 We set out to create a space that reflects tradition and heritage, using soft white millwork, herringbone flooring, and pearl white metal fixtures to bring it all together. Photography @wanthaimages