Standard Chartered Bank Shanghai Headquarters, an Immersive Journey from Shanghai’s Ground to Sky
Woods Bagot, a global leader in transformative architectural and designs, breathes fresh life into the historic Standard Chartered Bank's operations in Shanghai, infusing heritage with innovation. Drawing inspirations from the multifaceted character of Shanghai, the new office space salutes Standard Chartered's long-standing presence and commitment to the region, a relationship that traces its roots back to the establishment of its first China branch in Shanghai in 1858. The project recently shortlisted into the 2023 World Interiors News Awards.
Puinn Hotel
Weizhou Island, Guangxi, is hailed as “China’s most island beautiful” for its magnificent sea views, gentle climate and colorful scenery. It’s a perfect place to seek peace of mind and a sanctuary to explore the hidden secret of the sea.
Architectural Intelligence 2024: AIA International Conference Concludes in Hong Kong
The AIA International Conference 2024, held from October 23rd to 27th, brought together a vibrant mix of architects, designers, and thought leaders in Hong Kong, all united under the theme "Architectural Intelligence." Hosted by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this year’s conference took place at The Henderson, a stunning architectural marvel designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, providing a breathtaking backdrop for discussions on the future of architecture.
Introducing CM Jao - Jury Member of the K-DESIGN AWARD
We are excited to highlight CM Jao, co-founder of Oft Interiors Ltd and a respected jury member of the K-DESIGN AWARD. A graduate of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design, CM specializes in innovative shopping malls and leisure spaces.
【The HKIA Roving Architecture Exhibitions (Final Stop - Hong Kong) is officially opened at Central Market from February to March】
Jointly organised by The Hong Kong Institute of Architects Biennale Foundation and
The Hong Kong Institute of Architects, with Create Hong Kong of the HKSAR
Government as the Lead Sponsor, the “HKIA Roving Architecture Exhibitions”
(Roving Exhibitions series) touring in Venice, Kuala Lumpur and Nanjing last year, is
finally returned to Hong Kong. This final stop contains the response exhibition to the
“Transformative Hong Kong” Exhibition at the 18th Venice Biennale International
Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale Di Venezia with Hong Kong Arts Development
Council as Co-organiser to be held at the Central Market from today to 11th March,
as well as the Hong Kong stop of the “Harmony in Diversity – Connecting the
Metropolis by in-between” Kuala Lumpur-Nanjing-Hong Kong Roving Architecture
Exhibition which will be staged at Kai Tak AIRSIDE from 23rd February to 11th
March. Both exhibitions are open to the public for free admission.
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The designer uses a 9-meter island platform as the core to connect all public spaces that enables great visibility among the living room, study room, kitchen, the multifunctional area, and children's room. It perfectly matches with the family’s needs for a harmonized home and achieves a pure minimalist state.



