Back in the early days of Koh Samui development, the island was home to farmers with agriculture still being the main industry, along with fishing. The buildings were fairly simple in design; many were still made of wood but already there was increasing construction work in concrete. If you had visited the island back then, just before the first backpackers came, it would have made a very different impression to the one that it makes today.

At first, few tourists came – the only way to get here was by an uncomfortable night boat – but as word of mouth spread, successive waves of holidaymakers started arriving and very suddenly it became necessary for construction companies Koh Samui to step up and cater for the new arrivals. It wasn’t only hotels that needed to be built, but also restaurants, cafes, bars and other commercial buildings. And this was only the beginning. The development continued and soon villas were also being built, and not just for those who already lived on the island, but also for holidaymakers who decided they wanted to stay on more permanently. Construction companies Koh Samui had to handle everything including port buildings, hospitals and clinics, and later an airport.

The small groups of builders who already existed on Koh Samui quickly began to group together to form larger entities and were joined by other construction companies from outside the island, and later on by those from Europe and Australia.

Firms like ourselves at RS Built established ourselves early on and realized that the only way forward was to offer turnkey solutions and to provide a complete gamut of services.

We have also solved the problems that beset foreign investors. Many clients are from abroad and previously had to act as their own project manager and be onsite every day to deal with the various different teams. Firms like ourselves have streamlined the process and today it is easy to have a property built and to save time and effort in doing so – basically construction companies Koh Samui will handle all the work required and act as project manager.

At RS Built and we are able to offer a seamless service which is tailor-made down to the last detail. Some clients may just want a building constructed according to their specifications whilst others will ask us to provide expert help in choosing the land, connecting the future home to the electricity and water grids. They may also need help with legal aspects and later on be interested in maintenance and letting services. At RS Built we not only build villas but are also experts in commercial properties of every kind.

Properties today have evolved considerably since the first holidaymakers arrived. Villas, for example, have become thoroughly contemporary and match those that are to be found in the world’s favorite holiday destinations. Using a variety of excellent materials throughout, they are built to be practical as well as beautiful. They tend to be spacious both inside and outside. Interiors will be luxurious and, thanks to large glass doors and windows that can easily be slid back, owners can step into their gardens or perhaps take a refreshing dip in their swimming pool.

Our villas are well located, within driving distance of towns, whilst also offering seclusion. They also enjoy beautiful views of the sea and/or the surrounding countryside. Some are built right on the coast or very close to it, while others are perched on hillsides. For owners who want hideaway properties, the constant improvement of the island’s road network means that homes can now be built in areas inland that were hitherto very hard, if not impossible, to access. And for those who want to be nearer the action, we build properties such as townhouses and apartments that are to be found close to the center of urban communities.

Looking toward the future of the island, Koh Samui retains a huge amount of undeveloped space; if you fly over the island, you will clearly see that the interior is barely touched. Development is still largely confined to the coastal plains. It is expected that future development will continue in the more remote areas. However, construction companies Koh Samui are careful when it comes to stewardship of the island – everyone these days is aware of the need to be ecological and to make sure that the island remains sustainable. Firms such as ours at RS Built can incorporate all manner of technology into buildings that will mean that they remain ecologically sound. We also ensure that buildings and roads do not cause floods or impinge on the environment in any way that could cause damage.

Construction companies Koh Samui can help you build a home or commercial building that will reflect today’s high standards of building. Please feel free to contact us at RS Built if you would like to know more.