Mangrove Garden Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Haujlwm by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui

Mangrove Garden Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Haujlwm by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Nyiaj in Tsim Chav Sab Hauv thiab Kev Nthuav Qhia Competition Category.

NyiajSab Hauv· 2025

Mangrove Garden Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Haujlwm

by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui

Client: Bean Buro

A' Design Award Nyiaj Winner in Sab Hauv Category

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The Design

About Mangrove Garden Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Haujlwm

Mangrove Garden yog qhov chaw ua haujlwm sab hauv rau ib lub tuam txhab nyiaj txiag thoob ntiaj teb hauv Hong Kong. Qhov project no muaj 54,000 square feet nyob rau peb txheej tsev. Txhua txheej muaj ib qho chaw nruab nrab uas tau txais kev tshoov siab los ntawm lub vaj mangrove, nrog rau cov nroj tsuag tropical thiab cov qauv uas ua rau nco txog cov ntoo mangrove. Cov rooj zaum uas hloov tau yooj yim nyob ib puag ncig txhua qhov chaw nruab nrab txhawb kev ua haujlwm ua pab pawg thiab kev sib txuas lus. Cov duab kos uas tsim tshwj xeeb rau qhov chaw los ntawm cov kws kos duab hauv zos txhawb kev koom tes. Cov rooj tog uas rov siv dua thiab cov khoom tiav ua los ntawm cov khoom bio tau raug xaiv rau kev siv khoom uas muaj lub luag haujlwm. Cov xim tau muab txhais dua tshiab los ntawm lub npe hom kev lag luam xim liab nrog cov xim ntau dua.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Nyiaj

Mangrove Garden Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Haujlwm yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Nyiaj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev tshaj li qub uas muab rau cov qauv tsim qib siab, zoo nkauj thiab ua rau neeg xav tsis thoob. Cov neeg yeej Nyiaj yog cov haujlwm ci ntsa iab heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas qhia txog kev paub, kev txawj ntse thiab kev ntse ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Mangrove Garden Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Haujlwm xav tias yuav yog ib qho haujlwm zoo kawg nkaus uas tsim rau qhia, tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab tob. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Nyiaj no yog ib qho khoom tsim uas pom tseeb heev thiab neeg qhuas uas pab tau thiab nthuav dav ciam teb ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis. Mangrove Garden Kev Tsim Qauv Sab Hauv Chaw Ua Haujlwm yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg coob xav tau, uas ua rau xav, coj kev xav zoo thiab ua rau xav tsis thoob thiab xav paub.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Each level of the financial institution's workplace features a central hub inspired by a "mangrove garden," highlighted by tropical flora and structures reminiscent of mangrove trees. These elements create vibrancy and identity, anchoring unique seating arrangements to promote social interaction and teamwork. Interactive local art enhances creativity and engagement. The space reinterprets the client's signature red with diverse colours, challenging corporate norms and fostering a unique, cohesive workspace.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project occupies 2 whole floors in a class A building in Hong Kong, totalling 54,000sqft.
Tags: Office, Workplace, Interiors, Interior Design, Workplace Interiors, Office Interiors, Corporate Office
Production Technology: Using sustainable practices, we incorporated repurposed furnishings and bio-based finishes, focusing on responsible material selection. We engaged artists for site-specific pieces and employed immersive lighting and spatial flow strategies. This approach allowed us to connect the brand's heritage with contemporary design, ensuring environmental awareness and improved user experience.
Design Challenge: The challenge was to blend established brand identity with a forward-looking environment. Navigating brand history while incorporating modern design and sustainable practices required a careful balance of tradition and innovation. By engaging stakeholders and using advanced technologies, these challenges were managed, resulting in a design that challenges conventional expectations while offering new experiences.

This design aligns the client’s brand with contemporary elements, enhancing their presence in a key Hong Kong location and contributing to new benchmarks for workplace design.
Research: Type of Research involved was applied design research aimed at enhancing workplace culture. The research objectives were to integrate natural elements and human-centric strategies into office design, promoting well-being and interaction. Our methodology used collaborative stakeholder engagement and site analysis. We employed interviews, workshops, and visual analytics for data collection. Participants included employees, artists, and designers. The outcomes showed improved social interaction, cultural resonance, and increased engagement. The research influenced workplace design trends by promoting sustainability and well-being while challenging corporate norms.
Inspiration: We were entrusted to design a contemporary workspace for a leading global financial institution in Hong Kong, spanning 54,000 sqft and distributed over three storeys. The design is a forward-thinking interpretation of workplace culture, seeking to harmonise natural elements with human-centric approaches, and placing a strong emphasis on well-being and hospitality. Materials and colours were carefully selected to establish a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere.
Project Duration: This project started in November 2022 in Hong Kong and finished in April 2024 in Hong Kong.
Operation Flow: The workspace supports collaboration through organic, nature-inspired hubs that encourage social interaction. Interactive features like art installations and flexible seating help stimulate engagement among users. The thoughtful use of light and colour enhances the setting, creating a responsive office that aims to boost productivity and satisfaction.
Team Members: Design Director: Lorène Faure
Design Director: Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui
Project Lead: Joy Lucas
Project Lead: Florence Chardonnal
Senior Project Lead: Jamie Yue
Architectural Designer: Beatrice Andres
Architectural Designer: Jonathan Mok
Interior Designer: Justine Wu
Image Credits: Image #1-5: HDP Photography, 2023