A graduate of Chulalongkorn University with a Master's from Harvard, Winyu spent six years working on projects across the Caribbean and Central and South America before returning to Thailand, where he has since worked across a number of Asian countries. He oversees Cancu's overall concept and practice, integrating interior and exterior space across the studio's range of talents.
คันคู
CANCU (kahn-koo) is the Thai term for "ditch and dyke"—a traditional Southeast Asian earthwork system invented centuries ago to transform floodplains into thriving habitats through the clever balance of earth and void.
At Cancu Studio, we bring that same spirit of smart, grounded simple design solutions to modern design. Our experienced, multidisciplinary team delivers cohesive solutions across master planning, landscape, and interior architecture. By working seamlessly in-house and collaborating with trusted specialist partners when a project calls for it, we create spaces that respect their environment and serve the people who inhabit them. For us, every project is a collaborative journey: we aim for sustainable success, enjoy every step of the creative process, and look forward to making great friends along the way.
Members
Winyu Charoensantiphap
วิญญู เจริญสันติภาพ
Yutthana Chanphong
ยุทธนา จันทร์ผ่อง
Yutthana spent ten years in the United States, earning a Master's from the University of Savannah, then worked in Dubai on hotel and resort projects before returning to Thailand to co-found Cancu Studio. His knowledge of hotel operations and furniture design balances visually stunning interiors with the practicalities of running them.
Rittikorn Onsomkrit
ฤทธิกร อ่อนส้มกฤษ
A graduate of Chulalongkorn University, Rittikorn worked in Japan for three years before returning to Thailand for fieldwork and international projects across Asia. He leads the studio's landscape work, pairing an artistic mind with disciplined professional practice.