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this stretch: couches, mattresses, desks,chairs, etc. It often takes some looking tofind a gem. A connected sidestreet, BaHat, features woodworkers’ shops.Gaya1 Nguyen Van Trang, D1Tel: 3925 1495www.gayavietnam.comFour-floor store featuring the work offoreign designers: home accessories andoutdoor furniture by Lawson Johnston,linens by Corinne Leveilley-Dadda,furniture and lighting by Quasar Khanh,laquerware decor by Michele De Albertand furniture and decor by vivekkevin.Linh’s White37 Thao Dien, D2 Tel: 6281 9863Furniture shop that focuses on solidwood furniture and decorative itemsranging from pillows and lamps tobedding. Also offers kids’ furniture andcustom pieces.Remix Deco222 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, D3Tel: 3930 4190www.remixdeco.comBoutique furniture store in sprawlingwhite with modern furniture includingsofas, tables and seating from aroundthe world. Featured designers includeLe Corbusier, Ray & Charles Eames,Philippe Starck and Ludwig Mies Vander Rhode.The Furniture Warehouse3B Ton Duc Thang, D1Tel: 6657 0788namtran121@yahoo.com, ttpnam@webtnl.comOffers a range of reasonably priced Italian,European and French colonial sofas,indoor/outdoor wooden furniture, lightingand interior décor, as well as customdesigns based on clients’ specifications.All at international quality export.Tran Duc Homes33 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, D1Tel: 7300 0777Level 5, Wonderbuy Center, 27bNguyen Dinh Chieu, D1Tel: 6291 8485B2-25, Vincom Center, 70-72 Le ThanhTon, D1Tel: 3993 9700Wood solutions partner for high-endresidential and resort projects. Experiencedin manufacturing and installingwooden modular housing, interior fittingsand contemporary indoor and outdoorfurniture.LEGALAllens Arthur RobinsonSaigon Tower, 29 Le Duan, D1Tel: 3822 1717www.vietnamlaws.comAustralian law firm for law translationservices and legal advice on foreigninvestment and business in Vietnam.Baker & McKenzieSaigon Tower, 29 Le Duan, D1Tel: 3829 5585www.bakernet.comInternational law firm providing on-thegroundliaison and support servicesto clients interested in investigating,negotiating and implementing projectsin Vietnam.Frasers InternationalSaigon Centre, 65 Le Loi, D1Tel: 3824 2733www.frasersvn.comFull service commercial law firm providinginternational and Vietnamese legal adviceto both foreign and local clients specializingin transactions in Vietnam.Indochine CounselHan Nam Building, 65 Nguyen Du, D1Tel: 3823 9640www.indochinecounsel.comBusiness law practitioners specializingin mergers & acquistions, inward investment,and securities & capital markets.Limcharoen, Hughes and GlanvilleHavana Tower, 132 Ham Nghi, D1Tel: 6291 7000www.limcharoen.comFull service international law firm withhead office in Thailand. Main focus onreal estate in Asia.Phillips FoxSaigon Tower, 29 Le Duan, D1Tel: 3822 1717Full service law firm providing legalservices in healthcare, education, crime,banking and hospitality among others.Pricewaterhousecoopers LegalSaigon Tower, 29 Le Duan, D1Tel: 3823 0796www.pwc.com/vnPart of a network of international legaland financial advisors, PWC gives bothspecialist and general legal advice with afocus on mutli-territory projects.Rödl & PartnerSomerset Chancellor Court21-23 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, D1Tel: 3824 4225www.roedl.comEuropean legal firm assisting foreigninvestors with structuring/establishingcompanies, investment projects, andmergers & acquistions.LIGHTINGLight House92 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, D1Tel: 3914 2662Vincom Center, 70/72 Le Thanh Ton, D1Small retail shop is packed with ceilingand wall light fixtures, and a good selectionof desk and ceiling lamps. Most ofthe stock is decidedlly modern and sleak.Luxury Light1483 My Toan 1, Nguyen Van Linh,Phu My Hung, D7For those who really want to bring atouch of luxury to their homes, this placedeals with Italian imported lighting fromthe ultra - modern to the traditionalMurano style chandeliers. Extremely expensivereflecting the quality of the designand workmanship.Mosaique98 Mac Thi Buoi, D1One of the best and most diverse selectionsof lamps in town with everythingfrom the ordinary decorative lotus silklamp to more inventive and originaldesigns in lacquer and silk.Treasure Light18A Bis Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, D1Tel: 3822 4315www.treasure-light.comHigh-end lighting shop specialising in finelacquered lamps. Designs are sophisticatedand minimilast. Wide selection oftable lamps, wall lamps, floor lamps andceiling lamps.MOTORBIKESAutomotive StreetLy Thai To Street, D10 starting at DienBien Phu and running southeastServices include mending motorbikeseats and sound system installation.Products range from zebra print motorbikeseat covers to car and motorbiketyres, hubcaps, rims, subwoofers andsound systems by Xplode.Bike City480D Nguyen Thi Thap, D7Luxury motorcycle shop carries a rangeof accessories, including apparel. SellsVemar helmets, a brand that passesrigorous European Union standards.Protec Helmets18bis/3A Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, D1248C Phan Dinh Phung, Phu Nhuan417B Nguyen Dinh Chieu, D3American nonprofit manufacturer makeshelmets with densely compressed polystyreneshell with ABS, PVC or fiberglassexterior, available with polycarbonateshatter-proof shield. Lots of options forkids.Zeus HelmetsFounded in Taiwan to manufacture cool,comfortable helmets that meet worldwidesafety standards. Basic models featurethermo-injected shells constructed fromlightweight ABS composite with interiorslined with moisture-absorbant brushednylon. Shops selling authentic Zeushelmets are located on Pham Hong Thainear Ben Thanh Market.REAL ESTATEAva Residence40/10 Nguyen Van Huong, Thao Dien,D2 Tel: 6281 8440www.avaresidence.comModern serviced apartments located5 minutes from the British InternationalSchool and Australian InternationalSchool. Affords a great view over theSaigon River. Many facilities availableincluding a swimming pool, Jacuzzi andgym.CB Richard EllisMe Linh Point Tower, 2 Ngo Duc Ke, D1Tel: 3824 6125www.cbre.comInternational property consultants anddevelopers with both commercial andprivate properties for sale, lease and rent.Diamond Plaza34 Le Duan StreetTel: 3822 1922lntdung@diamondplaza.com.vnLocated in the heart of District 1, connectedto Diamond PLaza. Services1- to 4-bedroom apartments with gym,swimming pool and panoramic views ofthe city.EasySaigon.comwww.easysaigon.comReal estate website helps expats findapartments in HCMC.InterContinental Asiana SaigonResidencesCorner of Hai Ba Trung & Nguyen Du,D1 Tel: 3520 8888saigon@interconti.comwww.intercontinental.com/saigonresContemporary residential space in theheart of the major business and culturalarea in District 1. There are 260 one, twoor three-bedroom units plus health cluband outdoor swimming pool.Namhouse Corporation24 Xuan Thuy, Thao Dien, D2Tel: 0989 007 700, 0989 115 511www.namhouse.com.vnProvides rental properties, constructionservices and interior decorating. Supportsprofessional services and after-sales.Thao Dien Village195 Nguyen Van Huong, D2Tel. 3744 2222A riverside complex of international-standardhospitality and F&B outlets with aboutique hotel, four restaurants featuringItalian, Thai, Japanese and Vietnamesecuisine, an event house, meeting roomsand a day spa with well-equippedhealth-club.The NestTel: 090 319 8901 (Laurence)Tel: 090 793 3000 (Thuong)laurence@thenest-vietnam.comthuong@thenest-vietnam.comwww.thenest-vietnam.comReal estate agent maintains a well-organizedand frequently updated websitelisting apartments, villas, townhousescondos and offices. Renters/buyers canreceive regular updates via email.Platinum1Star Building, 33 Mac Dinh Chi, D1Tel: 3911 8193www.platinum1corp.comYour one-stop agency for housing andoffice space in the city with pre-viewingselection before the visit and full supportthroughout your lease.Riverside Apartments53 Vo Truong Toan, D2Tel: 3744 4111www.riverside-apartments.comOne of the first luxury serviced apartmentsin town located next to the SaigonRiver set in lush tropical gardens.Saigon PropertiesGround floor, 15-1A Le Thanh Ton, D1Tel: 3823 7502 or 0903 946 517www.saigonproperties.comReal estate company with 15 years ofexperience. Provides various servicesincluding leasing and sales, propertymanagement, interior design and specializesin investment properties.Saigon Village523 To Hien Thanh, D10Tel: 3865 7249www.saigonvillage.vnn.vnFully furnished villas and apartments ina tranquil, leafy complex cordonned offfrom the pressures of HCMC.Savills Viet NamLevel 18, Fideco Tower, 81-85 HamNghi, D1 Tel: 823 9205www.savills.com.vnSavills Viet Nam is a property serviceprovider that has been established inVietnam since 1995 offering research,advisory services, residential sales, commercialleasing, asset management, retailadvisory, valuation, investment advisoryand more.Sherwood Residence127 Pasteur St., D3Tel: 3823 2288Fax: 3823 9880Hotline: 0917470058leasing@sherwoodresidence.comwww.sherwoodresidence.comSherwood Residence is a luxury servicedapartment property and the first propertycertified by the Vietnam National Administrationof Tourism. Modern living spacesmeet prime location, comfort and classwith 5-star facilities and service.SnapTel: 0989 816 676www.snap.com.vnOnline Real Estate service providing informationon rental properties exclusively inDistrict 2. Full listings online.RECRUITMENTFirst Alliances#609, Saigon Trade Center37 Ton Duc Thang, D1Tel: 3910 2080 Fax: 3910 2079www.firstalliances.netcv@firstalliances.netAs Vietnam’s most established recruitmentconsultancy, First Alliances operatesacross all major industry sectors and atall levels of seniority. Also providing HRoutsourcing solutions for staffing andpayroll,overseas employment and educationservices.HR2B / Talent Recruitment JSCThien Son Building, 5 Nguyen Gia Thieu,D3 Tel: 3930 8800www.hr2b.comHR consulting advises businesses onhow to improve employee productivity.The search team specializes in matchingsenior level Vietnamese professionals andmanagers to top level opportunities inboth major cities.Mekong Emerald Talent Recruitment68 Huynh Khuong Ninh, D1Tel: 0938 001 509www.mekongem.comOffers comprehensive manpower servicesincluding executive search and selection,employment outsourcing and HR managementin a wide variety of industries.Navigos Group130 Suong Nguyet Anh, D1Tel: 3825 5000www.navigosgroup.comRecruitment agency offering a completeportfolio of HR services includingexecutive search, HR advisory, training,online recruitment, and print recruitmentadvertising.Opus Vietnam2A Rolanno Offices, 128 Nguyen PhiKhanh, D1 Tel: 3827 8209www.opusasia.netEstablished in HCMC in 2005, Opus serviceslocal and multinational companiesseeking to recruit high quality personnel.An Associate of Horton International, oneof the world’s leading search groups withover 30 offices worldwide. For more infocontact info@opusasia.net.TMF VietnamSaigon Trade Center, Unit 2811, 37 TonDuc Thang, D1 Tel: 3910 9229 / 9222hang.bui@tmf-group.comwww.tmf-group.comWith more than 3,300 professionalsworking out of 86 offices in 65 countries,TMF provides independent accountingand corporate secretarial services tocompanies worldwide.Vietnamworks.com130 Suong Nguyet Anh, D1Tel: 5404 1373www.vietnamworks.comExcellent section on advice for jobseekersfocusing on topics such as resumewriting, cover letters, interview techniqueand more.RELOCATION AGENTSAllied PickfordsSatra Building, Room 202, 58 DongKhoi, D1 Tel: 0122 5141 848aurelien.jouve@alliedpickfords.com.vnhttp://vn.alliedpickfords.comMoving and relocating services companyspecializing in business and office moves.Overseas and specialist movers alsoavailable.Asian Tigers Transpo InternationalRoom 201 and 202, 216 Nguyen ThiMinh Khai, D3 Tel: 3930 9484Tel: 3945 0891matt.king@asiantigers-vietnam.comwww.asiantigersgroup.comInternational moving agency, homesearch,orientation, settling in programsand work permit assistance.Crown Worldwide Movers48A Huynh Man Dat, Binh ThanhTel: 3823 4127www.crownrelo.comInternational moving company servingdiplomats and private customers, employeesand expats, providing domesticand iternational transportation of household,office and industrial goods.UTS Saigon Van Intl’ RelocationsHUD Buillding, Unit 1303, 159 Dien BienPhu, Binh Thanh Tel: 3840 3629www.saigonvan.comFull service relocating agency with warehousing,handyman, insurance & claim,orientation an partner career supportservices also availble.JVK International MoversSaigon Port Building, 3 Nguyen TatThanh, D4 Tel: 3826 7655/6chris.honour@jvkasia.comwww.jvk.comInternational agengy with a full range ofservices including sea/air freight servicesand worldwide transit coverage.Mekong Emerald (MEK) Relocation68 Huynh Khuong Ninh, D1Tel: 09800 1509www.mekongem.comFull range of services including pet move/care, car rental, pre-move consultation,cross-cultural training and visa/immigrationsupport.Resident Vietnam187/9/1 Bach Dang Street, Tan BinhTel: 3848 8443 / 3848 8285www.residentvietnam.comSpecializes in immigration management,destination services and cross-culturaltraining and car leasing assistance.Santa Fe Relocation ServicesThien Son Building, 5 Nguyen GiaThieu, D3 Tel: 3933 0065www.santaferelo.comProvides a range of services includinghome/school search, language/culturaltraining, tenancy management and immigration/visasupport.UniGroup Worldwide UTS Vietnam440/26A Tran Hung Dao, D5Tel: 3836 3002www.unigroupworldwide.comGlobal mobility company offering internationalcorporate relocations, settling-inassistance and cross-cultural training.STATIONERYCustom Signage StreetLe Lai, D1 between Truong Dinh andNguyen Thai HocOffers custom-designed signs and customengraving on trophies and plaquesmade of plastic, wood, metal and glass.Fahasa40 Nguyen Hue, D1 Tel: 3822 5796Bookstore chain carries an expansivestock of office and home stationary; aone-stop shop for basic needs.Pi-Channel45B Le Thanh Ton, D1 Tel: 3822 0253www.pi-channel.comBoutique shop carries up-market collectionsof pens and notepads, as well asdesktop organisers, clocks, calendarsand frames. Corporate services offered.Stationary and Printing StreetLy Thai To Street, D3 starting at DienBien Phu and running southeastMore than 25 stores providing photocopyingservices, from business cards toflyers and colour prints to invitations.Established since 2001Design, Interior/External Decorations of High Quality Wood ProductsManufacturing for Export, Construction Projects, Retails,...Copy-Antique Productions, Modern Designs and Made to order11 Nguyen Huu Canh, Ward 19, Binh Thanh Dist, HCMCWebsite: www.estheticfurnishing.com - Email: esthetic@vnn.vnMore than 10 years experienceDevoted premium services/after sales services, every time, every whereIT SERVICESTel: (84 8) 3514 7371/7372 - Fax: (84 8) 3514 7370 - Hotline: Ms Nhat Thu (Director) 0903 849 23286 asialife HCMC asialife HCMC 87