Mangrove Garden uYilo Lwangaphakathi Lweofisi by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui

Mangrove Garden uYilo Lwangaphakathi Lweofisi by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Ibhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award in Uyilo lweNdawo yangaPhakathi kunye noMboniso Competition Category.

IsilivereIngaphakathi· 2025

Mangrove Garden uYilo Lwangaphakathi Lweofisi

by Lorene Faure and Kenny Kinugasa Tsui

Client: Bean Buro

Ibhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award Winner in Ingaphakathi Category

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The Design

About Mangrove Garden uYilo Lwangaphakathi Lweofisi

I-Mangrove Garden luyilo lwangaphakathi lweofisi yeziko lezemali lehlabathi eHong Kong. Le projekthi igubungela iisikwe fiti ezingama-54,000 kwimigangatho emithathu. Umgangatho ngamnye unendawo esembindini ephenjelelwe yigadi yemihlanga yaselwandle (mangrove), enezityalo zetropiki kunye nezakhiwo ezikhumbuza imithi yemangrove. Izihlalo eziguquguqukayo ezijikeleze indawo nganye esembindini zixhasa umsebenzi weqela nonxibelelwano loluntu. Imisebenzi yobugcisa eyenzelwe le ndawo ngabaculi bobugcisa basekuhlaleni ikhuthaza ukubandakanyeka. Ifenitshala esetyenziswe kwakhona kunye nogqibezelo olusekelwe kwindalo zakhethwa ukuze kusetyenziswe izixhobo ngokunobuchule. Isikimu semibala siphinda situmele umbala obomvu owaziwayo wophawu lweshishini ngepalethi ebanzi.

The Recognition

About the Ibhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award

Mangrove Garden uYilo Lwangaphakathi Lweofisi ngumphumeleli weIbhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award, ukuqatshelwa okuhlonitshwayo ngokungaqhelekanga okunikwa imiyilo yomgangatho ophezulu, entle nechukumisayo. Abaphumeleleyo beSilivere ziimveliso ezikhazimlayo kakhulu nezidala kakhulu ezibonisa ubungcali obuphawulekayo, italente nobukrelekrele babayili bazo. Mangrove Garden uYilo Lwangaphakathi Lweofisi iyathenjwa ukuba ibe ngumsebenzi omhle womzekelo, onobungcali obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha ezinzulu. Lo myilo uphumeleleyo weIbhaso Lesilivere le-A' Design Award yimveliso ebonakalayo kakhulu, ethandwayo enceda kwaye inyusa imida yobugcisa, inzululwazi, uyilo kunye nobuchwephesha. Mangrove Garden uYilo Lwangaphakathi Lweofisi yimveliso enomona omkhulu kuyo evusa iinqwenelo, izisa iimvakalelo ezintle kwaye ivuselela ukumangaliswa nokumangala.

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