Building a Dream in the Wild When I first arrived on Koh Ta Kiev, this hidden island off the southern coast of Cambodia, I didn’t start with an empty canvas. The foundation of what is now Kactus already existed — a few wooden bungalows, a small bar, and a basic art room. What I found wasn’t a business opportunity as much as a calling: a place where I could live close to nature, create with my hands, and build something that reflected my idea of paradise. Over the years, I’ve