7 Home Décor Ideas to Follow this Autumn

The -ber months are knocking at the door harbinger the beautiful transition of nature seasonal changes. While evergreens transform from fresh greens to rustic oranges and deep reds, the cooler weather calls for more comfortable spaces to lounge in, prompting our inner creative sides to elevate our abodes to reflect the beautiful autumn landscapes. Here are 5 home décor ideas to spruce up your spaces with a warmer and enchanting ambiance.

1. Light up your home with candles

Candles are a fantastic decorative element, they can complement your existing décor when placed in front or on side of paintings, vases, lamps or sculptures creating magical shadows and silhouettes. Dress up your home by adding a variety of candles on shelves and mantle pieces. You can place them on tall candle stands of different heights or in glass lanterns to give a more vintage vibe. Scented candles with flavours of maple leaves, clove, cinnamon, apple or lavender are perfect to make your home even smell like autumn.

2. Celebrate the changing colors

Adding more warm colors to your space will instantly create an autumnal theme. Fluff up some orange, red and dark brown pillows for your bedroom and cushions for your living room. Choose blankets and throws of similar colors to drape over your sofas, couches or carpets. These will serve as accessories to your existing furniture without you having to make big changes and replacing your current possessions.

3. Follow up the fall foliage

When you think of autumn you can’t help but think of leaves, either fallen or dancing in the breeze. To give the home a touch of fall ambiance, place decorative plants around the room, leaves in bowls or perennial planter boxes in corners on the wall or sitting atop window sills. Common Ivy, Hydrangea, cactus, maple and oxalis and excellent choices are great choices for indoor plants that will last longer through the autumn season.

4. Hang in some vines, wreaths and fairy lights.

If you find plants to be high maintenance, you can use artificial vines and wreathes made up of flowers, leaves, pines and pumpkins to decorate your walls, doors and curtains. You can use them in combination with fairy lights that can light them up giving a festive feel and warmth. Bookshelves look more appealing with fairy lights and vines, making your reading corner into a dreamy cozy space to find comfort in.

5. Adding warmth to outdoor spaces

Just because it’s cooler out, doesn’t mean you have to keep from the outside. Give your outdoor spaces some love by furnishing it will autumn tones and rustic textures to add some warmth and cosiness to your balcony, terraces and patio. Woven textures like rattan are a good choice, such as Barlow Tyrie’s “Cocoon” seating system, from its 2022 outdoor collection. Its strong aluminum frame and soft plush cushions come in a set of 2 deep seated armchairs and a 3-seater sofa, available at Zzue Creation, provides the perfectly comfortable gathering spot on a breezy autumn evening.

6. Pump it up with Pumpkins

Pumpkins often go hand-in-hand with the autumn season. And with Halloween just around the corner, what better way to enrich your living space with the many colours and variety this auburn squash can offer. Real or faux, pumpkins can be used as dining table centerpieces, and decorative ornaments on kitchen. Pumpkin scents also adds a romantic touch to the space thanks to its sweet and spice scent. Scented candles from Diptyque and Maison Francis Kurkdijian perfects these aromas very well.

(Text: Zaira Abbas)

Roche Bobois’ Autumn-Winter 2022 redefines living with Covid

Pursuing creativity is often a courageous endeavour to achieve something nobody has ever done – to cross boundaries and limitations to create something wholly unique. And for French luxury home interior retailer Roche Bobois, creativity was never an area which it had shied away from.

For its Autumn-Winter 2022 collection, it redefines living at home, inspired by the way Covid-19 had shifted how people experienced living at home. With different interpretations and new perspectives, Roche Bobois leads into the new season with brand new contemporary designs that transform how we experience our home.

Particularly the Polygonia by Giacomo Garziano, an exceptionally designed sideboard made of four units – two opened with butterfly doors and two with flap doors. Its design, an inspiration from the Amazonian butterfly Polygonia Zephus, is a striking sculptural piece made of plain or metallic lacquered polyurethane. A uniquely inspiring and limited 55-piece, it engages the mind with creativity and imagination – perfectly striking to the eye and intriguing to the senses, like art.

Meanwhile, the Blogger 3 by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni is a cain fabric upholstered sofa, complete with foam-filled padded seats and supported on a solid fir wood and pine wood structure. At the heart of its creative process, attention to detail, meticulous finishes and masterful craftsmanship were always the focus. Boasting a clever mix of ’70s and ’00s era, its modern design gives way for its rounded curved lines, soft tufting and sumptuous cream tone to encapsulate a soft, comfortable, timeless and relaxed aesthetic and experience.

For more information, please visit www.roche-bobois.com/en.

A tour a round a sublime 1800 square-feet home in St. Mortiz

Envisioning a home with seamless elegance and then manifesting perfection in every inch of its space is a feat that proves a challenge for many. One such example where the designers have been able to achieve this, is a home nestled in the St. Mortiz complex, named after the Swiss alpine resort town of its namesake.

Located in the idyllic neighbourhood of Kau To Shan, the unit is an embodiment of minimalist design, making room for inspiration and the refined taste of its owners’ to stand out, while showcasing the panaromic views of the home’s surrounding landscape and natural beauty, courtesy of the unit’s cleverly placed floor-to-ceiling windows.

To realise the client’s dream home, Mary Cheung, art director for Grande Interior Design, has thoughtfully planned this duplex house with comfort and functionality in mind, while the aesthetics follow a soft theme through tastefully muted colours and reflective surfaces. Occupying a generous 1800 sq ft, the space lets in plenty of natural light, making the rooms appear even more spacious. White and beige being the dominant colours in the palette, the frames of windows, ceiling, cabinets, balustrade and mirrors are kept darker to create a contrast and engender a more stylish, sharper look.

Cavernous Creation
Stepping inside the capacious foyer, one can’t help but notice an artisan brown glass chandelier hanging through a recessed opening in the ceiling. The entrance is highlighted with a glass mirror and metal featured on the pure white wall making it a focal point. One side of the area has a small storage space that blends in with the walls, tastefully done to match the mix of colours. Just next to these slender storage cabinets is a dusky framed glass screen, separating the stairs from the foyer and maintaining privacy.

Moving further along is a cavernous living room, which incorporates an adjoining dining area and bar at the far end. The edges of the ceiling, cabinets and shelves in between are curved and refined for a smoother impression of the minimalist design. To fit the theme of a flowing style, the carpet, table tops and a feature wall peeking underneath the cabinets, all have a marble pattern. Nothing in the room is too linear and direct, even the sculptures and art pieces are round and curvy. Simplicity and minimalist design is evident in every nook and corner of the house, but the aesthetics and exquisiteness are never compromised.

Tranquil Ambience
A long ice-white carpet flows through the living room to the dining area so as to unify both spaces into one, looking like a fluid reflection of the white ceiling above. The lush green trees and hills outside feel like an extension of the living room because of their unobstructed views through the amply proportioned windows. The soothing sense of freshness is tangible here, making it a perfect place for a chill afternoon in solitude or to enjoy a hearty meal with friends and family.

The discerning layout of both floors distinguishes them in their functionality and visual appeal. While the ground floor is more of an open space, the floor above is more spatially constrained – private and measured – giving each bedroom and the multipurpose bedroom their own ambiance.

A characteristic feature of the dining area is a sophisticated floral-shaped pendant light hanging above the dining table, creating a dynamic visual effect. The placement is such that it marks the centre of the overall ceiling making it a chief feature of the entire space. The reformed open kitchen island next to the dining area is an ideal place to prepare meals while looking out the window at the natural world beyond.

The elegant wooden winder stairs from the living room take you to the floor above and lead to a versatile area nestled between the two bedrooms. As the home was renovated for a couple with a grown daughter, the designer turned two small guestrooms into one multipurpose room which now serves both as an area for family gathering and as a guest room when friends come over. It can be closed and opened through a sliding door depending on the occasion – either becoming part of the hallway or a private space to read or meditate.

Sleep Sanctuary
The master bedroom exudes elegance with its earth tone palette and beige combinations. The décor is classic yet minimalist, giving the room a monochromatic feel with subtle light contrasts The bedroom’s cosy mood invites one to unwind and relax, offering a sanctuary to forget worries and connect with one’s own deeper essence. The storage space in the room is only for the essentials and the dresser table is extending towards the cabinet – giving it all a sense of movement and purpose. The master bedroom also features a balcony for its fortunate dweller to bask in the verdant views beyond, surrounded by fresh air with a soothing cup of hot brew in hand.

The second bedroom has an independent walk-in closet with a translucent sliding door, allowing the space to be suitable for both study and work. The desk adjoining the wardrobe has a generous view of the green outdoors making it a space that inspires creativity and drives imagination. The glass sphere shaped pendants on the side tables and the stone textured headboard establish this room as the epitome of opulence.

(Text: Zaira Abbas; Photos: St. Mortiz)

ONSEN Outdoor Furniture: A matrimony of nature and design

A marriage between nature and architecture come together in ONSEN, a collection of outdoor furniture that spells elegance and contemporary flare.

Thanks to coveted award-winning designers Francesco Meda and David Quincoces, the creation of this collection of outdoor seating system, crafted from inox stainless steel and natural-toned leather fabrics, is a balanced juxtaposition of hard and soft; light and shadow; empty and full.

A concept birth from repeated experimentation in the use of exterior materials and artisan tanning. The result? Warm and elegant structures that evoke a sophisticated appeal for the contemporary taste.

“ONSEN’s success is that it has been the result of a long research process that has taken us into unexplored land and has led to innovations both in construction techniques and in the selection of materials”, Meda sayss.

For more information, please visit www.zzuecreation.com.

Playa Living’s water lounge for the ultimate home relaxation

Toss that tacky inflatable pool to the trash! Your luxury home deserves better – fitting that evokes character, style and elegance. Enter Playa Living, a unique furnishing concept that offers the utmost relaxing experience of the home with beautiful Italian-made furniture.

The Playa Living water lounge in particular is ideal for any outdoor space that needs the addition of a swimming pool. Though the city isn’t known for its backyard pool parties, this impressive instant pool is the perfect solution to making your rooftop or terrace summer fun a reality.

Designed with clean, elegant lines, Playa is a model which is capable of adding character to any environment. And more than just the looks, its design features woven fiber along the sides of the pool for a timeless elegance that also offers stability and durability. Padded with the brand’s Playa cushions and Living cushions for added comfort while sitting or sunbathing, this water lounge is the epitome of innovation and modern style in modern home furnishing.

But it’s innovative design doesn’t end there. Dipping deeper into the experience of the Playa water lounge, this easy-to-install above-ground pool offers a sumptuous spa treatment right in your own home. Featuring a light and bubble system that allows you to control lighting, heat and even a hydromassage function with a press of a button, for the ultimate relaxing spa treatment at home.

Not to mention, its modular design allows for a versatile and flexible setting, whether you prefer to lay flat or recline while in the company of friends and guests. Its adjustable structure enables customisation to adapt to any setting and become a place of relaxation and convivial setting.

For more information, please visit: www.zzuecreation.com.

Creative ways to transform your walls with bespoke wallpapers

Whether you are thinking to give your room a complete makeover or just sprucing it up for a fresher look, wallpapers are a great choice. On top of making your walls look visually appealing, they also protect them and are proven to be more hygienic, eco-friendly and longer lasting than paint. What’s more, wallpaper is easy to clean and even easier to put up.

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Available in a variety of distinctive materials, pretty patterns, cool colours and tactile textures, there is certainly a wide range of designs to choose from. Some wallpaper materials are better suited for certain spaces. For instance, PVC and vinyl are more appropriate for areas like the kitchen and bathroom because they are highly resistant to humidity and moisture. Whereas fibreglass wallpapers are good for old, heavily used, cracked walls. They also work better for public places like hospitals and schools. The choice of a wallpaper in the bedroom can also make a huge difference because you want to choose colours or patterns that you find relaxing.

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However, if you want to give your space a unique personal touch, there are companies that offer bespoke services for custom-made wallpapers and coverings. Whether it’s your favourite artwork or a graphic that you want to see on your wall, it can be digitally transformed into a wall mural and can turn your ho-hum wall into a masterpiece. A few artists even collaborate with companies to create hand-painted wallpapers that can take your space aesthetics to the next level.

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Tat Ming Wallpapers is one such company established in 1981, with grand showrooms in Hong Kong and across Asia. In 2016, the company launched its digital print service that led to its nature-inspired Sea of Clouds, Botanical and Woodland themes. It has a diverse collection of western, oriental and contemporary themes, colours and materials – mostly sourced from Europe, while also emphasising environmental sustainability and ethical – each category offering vibrant colours, mesmerising illustrations and culturally rich themes.

The marble collection is worth checking out. Its impressive textures and classic designs are art in themselves, designed to embellish any space with a graceful touch and tasteful pattern. Marble wall covers don’t only elevate the aesthetics of the space, they also help create a sense of depth – leading any dweller’s line of sight to trace the ebb and flow of rippling patterns. The marble series is more suitable for formal spaces and rooms that are used to relax and unwind.

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Tat Ming also collaborates with reputable artists. One such artists is the much-admired Wing Cheong Ho, a Lingnan School of Painting alumni, who in collaboration with Tat Ming, turned his incredible art pieces into digital murals, infusing traditional Chinese styles into modern interior design.

Ho’s skill in Chinese ink painting captures the transition of seasons, the silence of trees and the ferocity of wild creatures in a powerful yet elegant manner, breathing life into the home with murals of landscapes, botanical motifs, rich hues and robust strokes. This collaborative series of wall murals are the perfect backdrops for adding a sense of culture, art and nature seamlessly in one space.

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For funkier and more chic options, Khroma by Masureel is a brand that has a veritable smorgasbord of wallpaper series and cool themes. Their intricate patterns and choice of retro colours make walls look fresher and more dynamic. The designs are stimulating and each collection has multiple colour options. With the ample variety in the brand’s designs, there is a lot to choose from, making it easier to facilitate design professionals and get customised work for bigger projects.

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Among the series, a distinguished collection that caught our eye was “Havana”. Inspired by tropical scenes and invigorating greens, the designs emanate irrepressible energy and cheery vibes. From large, leafy patterns to fine-grained textures, Havana takes you on a magical trip to a Caribbean archipelago.

An Italian Celebration: Vela Casa opens its new 3000 sq ft showroom in Wan Chai

Vela Casa debuts the opening of its new 3000 sq ft flagship showroom on Queen’s Road, Wan Chai by hosting the city’s interior design industry leaders at its Milan Furniture Design Sharing and Opening Ceremony.

Champagne, canapés and sumptuous Italian interior fittings set the tone of Vela Casa’s glamorous grand opening of its flagship showroom in Hong Kong. Spanning across 3000 sq ft on Queen’s Road, Wan Chai, the showroom hosted an inspirational evening of Italian elegance.

Founder and Managing Director Kelvin Ng and Jane Tong were joined by the city’s industry leaders and the sustainable sector’s influential movers and shakers, including Under secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Dr. Bernard Chan and Legislative Council Member Peter Shiu Ka-fai, while General Manager of CIERRE Mr. Gianmaria Conficooni and ARFLEX’s Sale Manager Mr. Enzo Scordamaglia attended virtually for a live sharing.

On this night, guests immersed themselves in the vivid, elegant, luxurious and artistic designs of Italian craftsmanship (V.E.L.A) while exploring the future of Hong Kong’s local artisans.

Not only were attendees treated to the experience of exceptional Italian style, the occasion was also a platform to give back to society. Simultaneously holding a charity fundraiser for Mother’s Choice that totalled HK$100,000 in proceeds.

For more information, please visit www.velacasahk.com.

Summertime Oasis: Barlow Tyrie’s new collection of outdoor furniture

Renowned luxury outdoor furniture brand Barlow Tyrie pulls back the curtain on its new range of outdoor furniture for 2022: Cocoon.

Comprised of a stunning Deep Seating Armchair and Deep Seating Three-seater Settee, each of the two fixtures fashions a contemporary design that sets the perfect tone for an alfresco afternoon by the pool with friends and family.

“Perfection is attained not when there is nothing more to add but when there is nothing left to take away”, this is the design philosophy behind the international design house Astheimer Design, the creative behind the new Cocoon collection.

Complete with plush cushions and soft pillows that are available in a variety of patented Sunbrella Rain fabric colours, its modern sensibility goes beyond comfort and style.

Both models are crafted from a powder-coated aluminium frame with a distinctive curved back and arms. Its premium solid teak legs and front are complemented by the brand’s exclusive braided Chalk Textilene boasts an all-weather cord that was carefully hand-wound to line along the curve of the frame — making each piece exquisite to look at from any angle.

For more information, please visit: www.zzuecreation.com.

This exquisite 2,000 sq ft family home evokes simple joys of being together

While some prefer their dwelling to be an ostentatious statement of wealth and power, others prefer a more subtle form of indulgence. An exemplary example is this Tai Tam home, spanning 2000 exquisite sq ft within the Pacific View residential complex. Home to a family of four, the brief here was to evoke an understated sense of luxury, taking on more pared back features and toned-down hues to highlight the joy of simplicity, comfort and the intimacy of a convivial space.

Key to transforming the space into a cosy family abode, was designing with comfort and functionality in mind. Given the homeowners’ background – their warm and modest personalities, coupled with a cultured taste for elegance and sophistication – Wanson Wan, director of Wams Design, chose to embody those characteristics throughout the apartment, comprising a living-cum-dining room, balcony, laundry room, and four spacious bedrooms.

“The homeowners”, Wan said, “wanted a space that was classy. Something that resembled a hotel suite, but not too lavish in style either. Special attention was given particularly to their two children’s rooms, while the kitchen was also given priority to effectively layout an efficient space to cook family meals.” The result: A seamless flow of beautiful, yet functional, spaces that beckoned the family and their guests with a warm welcome each time they set foot in the home.

Room with a View

Fist stepping into the main area, in place of entertainment consoles and a television as the anchor of the living space, a simple coffee table stands between the sofa and lounge chair facing a display shelf of books and art pieces – hinting at the homeowners’ preference for intimate connection. Here, the boundless views of large framed windows that stretch across the length of the apartment serves as the focal point of the area. Framed by the black boarder of the windows and spotlighted by the LED lights that line up both top and bottom edges of the windows, the serene seascape of the pristine waters of Tai Tam Bay evokes a colour-infused artwork in a gallery.

Reflecting the natural palette of the view outside, the bespoke rug, floral arrangement and paintings on the wall conjure up airy and almost poetic nautical ambience that was said to set the art direction of the overall design. This was achieved by carefully selecting the most ideal materials, furniture and decor from a myriad of luxury brands and a huge library of materials to sample. The living room, bathroom and hallway, for example, is fitted with a combination of top-graded stone, wood and sumptuous fabric that sets the tone throughout the home. Meanwhile, warm colours from decorative touches of artworks, floral arrangement and furnishing contrast the cooler, airy tones of the ceilings and walls. The lighting, too, was a thoughtfully added layer for depth, where décor was minimal, whether it is the pendant light above the dining table or LED lights that line the boarders of the windows and bathroom mirrors.

Creative Space

Moving towards the kitchen, here is where the lady of the house spends her time cooking up recipes for the family. As a full-time mom, this space serves as a work station for all her passionate culinary creations and wondrous experimentations. Not to mention that the size of the space was considerably wide in length, instead of the typical width that most kitchens are structured in. So, Wan had given thought to the placement of each cooking equipment and tool in a layout that would afford the owners maximum efficiency to prep, cook and clean.

Stepping into the more intimate quarters of the home, the master en suite continues the same theme of muted luxury and airy, white-and-blue colour palette as the living space. Meanwhile, the master bathroom, complete with a bathtub and his-and-her sinks, features metallic tones and glass panels that expand the sense of spaciousness and modern charm.

Kid’s Corner

However, it was in the planning of the children’s bedrooms that extra attention to detail was served. Contrary to the clean lines of the main family room, the children’s chambers boast fun-filled décor, activity platforms and consoles that define the various zones for playing, reading, studying and sleeping.

Designed with loosely spaced furniture, open book shelves, and an easily accessible storage system for a safe, flexible and versatile area, this was deliberately done to, not only prompt the children to move and explore independently, but to also allow them to learn the responsibility of cleaning up their own personal space.

From one room to the next, homely touches evoke a soothing sense of well-being. Away from the distraction of the bustling city and surrounded by nature, colour and creativity. In this home, minimalism gives way to brighter spaces, clearer minds and undisturbed family time.

(Text: Roberliza Eugenio; Photos: Wams Design)

Stately Home: Luxury envelopes this 6,300sq.ft penthouse in Cyberport, Pok Fu Lam

Over the last two years, most of us in the city have kept ourselves safely grounded. While home interior trends have embraced minimalist aesthetics and influences from nature and wellness, there are those who have missed wallowing in the lap of luxury on vacation at five-star hotels. And if one sought to draw inspiration from a home that splendidly emulates the essence of lavish interiors and refined aesthetics, this 6,300sq.ft penthouse in Residence Bel-Air would fit the bill.

gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-spiral-living — 6,300sq.ft penthouse in Bel-Air dressed in designer upholstery and sumptuous marble tiles

Stretched over two storeys, the sleek abode is perched atop phase three of Cyberport’s massive residential complex, one of the most prestigious estates in the city and widely touted as the ultimate in luxury living. It boasts stunning architecture, vast interiors, gorgeous sky gardens and breathtaking panaromic ocean views.

Artful Interiors

The apartment is home to a successful semi-retired businessman, his spouse and two sons whose vision was to adopt the ethos of a luxury hotel. Realising this aspiration was interior designer Leslie Lam, Director of Primocasa, who walked us through its myriad high points.

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The introduction starts at the entrance, where we are greeted by a grandiose spiral staircase to the right and radiant glows of natural light and boundless ocean views that pour in through floor-to-ceiling windows. Astoundingly high ceilings and Italian marble floors dazzle in white, while the feature wall that runs along the side of the huge open-plan living area is plastered with sumptuous royal blue leather.

gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-spiral-living (2) — White marble floor and a blue feature wall echoes the color palate of the view outside

This combination of blue and white echoes the soothing shades of the ocean and sky beyond, infusing a sense of tranquillity to the space. Thus, the homeowner’s personality and taste can resonante through vibrant décor and bold details against a backdrop of purity and simplicity.

As an avid collector of art, he displays his sensibilities through an ever evolving and rotating display of works by artists from all over the world. “[Dipping into] this collection gave me a wider range of options to choose from when selecting pieces to highlight each area in the home,” says Lam. “For example, bold colours such as red and sculptural installations in copper and chromatic hues were used to contrast the simple whites and distinguish different zones.”

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gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-bedroom — The master bedroom is dressed in plush fabric feature wall and designer carpet and upholstery for a noble ambience.

Throughout the home, Fendi carpeting and furniture from Bentley Home and other luxury brands crafted in Italy reflect the master of the house’s penchant for stylish décor. Fixtures crafted by Lam and his talented team, meanwhile, such as the TV wall that separates the living and dining areas, and the display shelves in the study that perfectly frame the garden, add a regal touch. These elegant burnished black panels and splashes of champagne gold provide elegant contrast to the expanses of white marble.

gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-bathroom (2) — Marble tiles pave both levels of the home, including the bathroom floor and wall

In a recurring theme, marble tiles pave both levels of the home, including the bathrooms. However, within the more intimate dwellings of the home, wooden flooring is used to convey a warmer touch. At the couple’s request, the master bedroom resembles a hotel presidential suite, incorporating a plush azure fabric feature wall, as well as a blue carpet, upholstery and linen for a noble ambience.

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Stairway to Heaven

gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-spiral-dining — Measuring in 4.2 metres, high ceilings are a key attraction in this luxurious apartment

Reaching an incredible 4.2 metres, high ceilings are a key attraction of the apartment – a perk in Hong Kong reserved for the most luxurious of abodes. Taking full advantage of this architectural generosity, Lam emphasises the stature with false ceilings and golden steel trims that draw the eye and add perceived depth. A striking 1.8-metre Swarovski crystal chandelier that hangs above the round dining table also aptly underscores the immense height.

gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-spiral-staircase — White marble is fitted into the spiral staircase, accentuated by black marble borders

Another clear highlight is the spiral staircase that seamlessly connects the duplex layout with matching premium white marble. Accentuated by black marble borders, it recalls the aesthetics of grand European hotels. Impressively fitted curved glass-panelled banisters flank the length of the steps. Lam describes this focal point as an art piece in its own right because of the time, effort and difficult technique required for its creation.

The team devoted almost a year to completing this one feature alone, a spectacular substitute for the narrow L-shaped staircase that originally stood next to the kitchen. Government approval had to be obtained for its construction, and each component had to be conceptualised, designed and finished to precise measurements. But the feat was worthwhile given the magnificent outcome.

Garden on High

gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-spiral-cigar-room — A British-inspired cigar lounge with a fireplace offers the owner a respite from the bustle of the city

Further underlining the indulgence of lavish comfort under one roof are quiet recesses to enjoy daily pleasures. These include an idyllic green garden, where breakfast, the morning paper and glistening views of Waterfall Bay are often savoured, and a British-inspired cigar lounge with a fireplace.

gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-spiral-study — A pair of hand-crafted display cabinets perfectly frame the garden outside

Bedecked with Italian furniture, verdant greenery and pristine white wooden floors that continue the aesthetics of the interior, the rooftop garden is undeniably the perfect, relaxed viewpoint to bask in the sun. But thanks to its westerly aspect, it is the evenings that offer the most resplendent scenery, an awe-inspiring display of pale tints of orange fading into the blue beyond. Thanks to the mass of windows along the width of the apartment, this gradient palette of the sun dipping into the horizon can be admired from all three bedrooms, too.

gafencu-home-tour-luxury-living-6300-square-feet-penthouse-cyberport-pokfulam-hongkong-spiral-garden — Breathtaking views of the ocean and sunset from the rooftop garden

Drawing inspiration from extravagant hotels, this home ticks all the boxes of a regal lifestyle. Embellished in rich colours, fitted with premium materials, dotted with designer upholstery, adorned with sophisticated art, and showcasing a majestic chandelier – here lies the epitome of luxe living.

(Text: Roberliza Eugenio; Photos: Primocasa Interiors Ltd.)

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