Mangrove Garden Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Biro by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui

Mangrove Garden Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Biro by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Ifeza in Igishushanyo cy'Imbere y'Inyubako Competition Category.

IfezaImbere y'Inyubako· 2025

Mangrove Garden Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Biro

by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui

Client: Bean Buro

Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Ifeza Winner in Imbere y'Inyubako Category

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The Design

About Mangrove Garden Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Biro

Mangrove Garden ni igishushanyo cy'imbere mu biro cy'ikigo cy'imari mpuzamahanga giherereye i Hong Kong. Uyu mushinga ufite ubuso bwa metero kare 54,000 zikwirakwiye ku magorofa atatu. Buri rwego rufite ahantu nyamukuru hahurirwa hashingiye ku busitani bw'ibiti bya mangrove, hakaba harimo ibimera byo mu turere dushyuha n'inyubako zibutsa ibiti bya mangrove. Intebe zihinduka zikikije buri hantu nyamukuru zifasha imikoranire y'amatsinda n'imibanire y'abakozi. Ibihangano by'ubugeni byakozwe ku buryo bwihariye n'abahanzi bo mu karere bishishikariza abantu kwishora mu bikorwa. Ibikoresho byo mu nzu byongeye gukoreshwa hamwe n'ibirangiriza bikomoka ku bimera byatoranyijwe hagamijwe gukoresha ibikoresho mu buryo buboneye. Amabara yakoreshejwe asubiramo mu buryo bushya ibara ritukura riranga iki kigo, hiyongereyeho amabara menshi atandukanye.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Ifeza

Mangrove Garden Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Biro ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Ifeza, ishimwe ridasanzwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo byo ku rwego rwo hejuru, byiza kandi bikora ku mutima. Abegukanye Ifeza ni ibihangano by'ubuhanga bukomeye kandi bifite guhanga kwinshi, bigaragaza ubuhanga bwimbitse, impano n'ubushishozi bw'ababihanze. Mangrove Garden Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Biro biteganyijwe ko izaba igihangano cy'icyitegererezo, gifite ubunyamwuga bukomeye n'udushya twimbitse. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Ifeza ni igihangano kizwi kandi gishimwa, gifasha kugura imbibi z'ubuhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga. Mangrove Garden Igishushanyo cy'Imbere mu Biro ni igihangano benshi bifuza, gikangura ibyifuzo, gitanga amarangamutima meza kandi gitera igitangaza.

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