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7 Luxury Board Games That Double as Stunning Home Décor
Without a foreseeable end to isolation days, entertainment options are thinning out. Fortunately, traditional board games are making a comeback and we can now pursue this old-school pastime once more. Perhaps it’s the lack of human interaction, but a resurgence of physical games in the household is clear. So much so that puzzles and games are now also replacing magnum format coffee table books. Some of our childhood favourites now return as deluxe tabletop entertainment and swanky home décor. Ahead, a few of our luxury favourites to consider.
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Altuzarra and Etsy Join to Release Limited Edition Interior Line
Designer Joseph Altuzarra will be the first to admit that he’s an avid Etsy user. The online marketplace is a hub for independent artists who wish to sell their creations to people seeking one-of-a-kind pieces. And while Altuzarra is stocked in almost every high end department store (e-commerce and in store), he’s now teaming up with Etsy to launch his very first interior line, Altuzarra x Etsy Home Collection.
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Triggered by the vintage and ceramics he’s come across on Etsy, Altuzarra takes a stab at home décor with designing and marketing his very own collection. Venturing into the world of homeware, the designer partners up with eight Etsy crafters from around the world to produce objects that celebrate individual style. His partners include a California-based ceramicist who was involved in black, white and earth tone vases (of which Altuzarra personally inspected every single rock to ensure a standardised quality); woven placements from New Jersey; and wicker baskets from Israel.
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The stylish and functional collection, that includes even dog beds and stationery, have been designed with a sustainable element attached to it. The silk tie dye pillow-covers and notebooks are also popular within the collection, using leftover fabric from the Altuzarra's spring summer fashion show in 2016. With that, also a message to other creatives out there who are just starting up and building their own business. As a designer who worked out of his parents’ home before he made it big on the fashion scene, he can relate to budding artists. By way of his collaboration with Etsy creatives, he hopes that this can help pave the way for fashion and design enthusiasts to encourage their work as well as discover new finds.
Prices range from HK$480 to HK$11,280.
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7 Ways to Build a Home Office That Inspires Productivity
Working from home has fast become the norm for many professionals in Hong Kong and while some individuals have found it easy to adapt, others have found it difficult to stay motivated, let alone productive.
Lack of communication, a plethora of distractions, and even loneliness can affect the way you work remotely. It is therefore worthwhile to set up a functional yet creative space at home that will in turn, improve your head space too. Ahead, we've gathered seven luxury items that will enhance a home office situation into one that inspires productivity, and make working from home work for you.
Smythson Textured-Leather Notebooks
Made by British leather goods company Smythson, this menagerie of six pocket-sized journals are perfect for noting down your thoughts the traditional way. The full set of luxury notebooks, bound in three different colours of textured leather featuring paper with gilded edges, comes in a stamped presentation box that will look great on any desk or bookshelf.
Smythson at www.net-a-porter.com
Scribe Desk by Molten & C
This desk, by Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola, displays the synthesis of form and function beautifully. It's a luxury piece of furniture that will add clean lines and style while also supporting your office needs. A lateral drawer, book support and side pocket in leather are all sturdy features for an office desk which in this case, still manages to convey a sense of lightness in its design.
Molten & C | Dada Flagship Store, Shop 202, 2/F Harbour Centre, 25 Harbour Road, Wan Chai; +852 3619 1750
Lexington Bookcase by Sonder Living at Indigo
A filled bookcase can often feel a little bulky and burdensome in a room. Instead, place something that allows light to come through like this Lexington bookcase. The geometric frame is made in steel square and finished in satin brass while shelving is crafted in delicate églomisé glass -- a perfect blend of contemporary design and classic style.
Sonder Living at Indigo Living, 2/F Horizon Plaza, 2 Lee Wing Street, Ap Lei Chau; +852 2799 5878
Armani/Casa Nema Floor Lamp
It's no secret that good lighting can boost creativity. A warm, low to mid light is ideal for a workspace and this Nema floor lamp by Armani/Casa equips you with all of that. Plus, it holds itself in a room as a distinctive interior design piece. Made in Italy, this limited edition floor lamp features geometrics lines inspired by the idea of folded paper. Its golden metal structure embraces slabs of pearlescent Selenite stone, which also work as a natural light diffuser.
Hermès Horsecut Paperweight
Say goodbye to papers in disarray with this simplified horse shape paperweight by Hermès. The playful shape adds a touch of fun modernity to any office, while the hand painted lacquered wood -- with a vibrant colour block palette -- is one that even the great Dutch painter, Piet Mondrian, would appreciate.
Tom Dixon Scoop High Back Chair
A great office chair is one that supports you while you work, and -- for want of a better expression -- sits pretty. The Scoop chairs by Tom Dixon were designed to be generously proportioned and comfortable but also have visual impact. Crafted in new foam moulded curves, the chairs are ergonomically designed to support the body and can be made to order in a variety of colours and materials.
Tom Dixon Hong Kong, 52 Hollywood Road, Central; +852 2882 2068
André Fu Living Leather Tray
The Hong Kong architect and designer's eponymous homeware brand, André Fu Living, features a collection of decorative accessories that aim to add a calm simplicity to your interior. This pale blue knotted leather tray was modelled after modern architecture and offers a clean and simple silhouette. All the while keeping the office tidy.
André Fu Living at Lane Crawford Flagship Store, IFC Mall, Podium 3, 8 Finance Street, Central; +852 2118 2288
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5 Ways to Upgrade Your Home Theatre Experience
If, like us, you are staying in to practice social distancing --home is your whole world right now. As a result, our favourite streaming sites, including Netflix and HBO, have become our trusty companions in providing some respite from the distressing pandemic news.
And since we're likely to be at home for a while, it seems appropriate to consider enhancing our home theatre experience. Picking up top-notch equipment may play a big part in laying the foundation for an immersive surround sound system, but there are a few other quick tips that can maximise its potential so you can build the best home theatre. Read on for more.
Match your speakers
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If you’ve inherited speakers, or if you’ve bought your own from another brand because it seemed like there weren’t enough speakers in the room, you’re doing it wrong. A hodgepodge of old and new speakers from different manufacturers will only downgrade your home theatre. Each speaker brand has its own signature way of interacting with sound.
By having matched speakers throughout the system you can ensure that the sound transitions seamlessly from one speaker to another, resulting in a more realistic, immersive experience. If you need recommendations on speakers that look good and sound good as well, we’d recommend some from Bang & Olufsen and Devialet.
Upgrade your subwoofer
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In layman terms, the subwoofer is the one that adds intensity and depth to the sound of your movie: think the intensity from an explosion and the pounding footsteps from Godzilla. Unless you’re the kind of person who solely watches romantic comedies, a good subwoofer really shines in any home theatre. Some brands to consider would be Bose and Klipsch.
Switch up your amplifier
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The best speakers in the market won’t do your sound justice if your amplifier doesn’t have enough power. Your speakers may not need a whole ton of power very often, but action sequences in movies and wide variations in music dynamics will require power to maintain excellent sound quality.
New homeowners may consider amplifiers with a 5.1 channel setup, just enough for a small to a mid-sized room and can work with most audio formats. Brands like Yamaha and Denon are trusted names that include a wide range of amplifiers.
Rearrange your speakers
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One of the biggest mistakes that homeowners make is neglecting the speaker placement. As a rule of thumb, don’t place your speakers in the far corners of your room or near the ceiling on top of your cabinet. Every home theatre space is different, and the configuration of your speakers move with your space.
However, in general, your surround speakers are best placed to the left and right side of your screen, angled directly at the couch. In case you don’t have enough space for placing your speakers by the side of your tv, position them a few feet behind your listening position and face them forward.
Create good acoustics
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Acoustics play a big part in enhancing your surround sound system. A flat, hard surface of a wall, ceiling or window will result in sound distortion, and you won’t be able to hear the original audio from your speaker. To control this effect, you can soften the hard surfaces in your room so they no longer bounce sound around.
An easy way to do this is by placing drapes or curtains on your windows and installing sound-absorbing panels. A dedicated home theatre would work best with these panels on all your walls, but if you don’t want to embark on such a large project, key areas near the corners of the room would work as well.
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Step Inside David & Victoria Beckham’s New HK$186 Million Miami Condo
It must be great to be a Beckham. David and Victoria Beckham just bought a HK$186 million dollar (US$ 24 million dollars) condo in famed architect Zaha Hadid’s new-completed downtown Miami building, One Thousand Museum. This will be where the Beckhams will reside since David is the new co-owner of Miami’s new MLS team, Inter Miami CF.
In a statement by David’s team, “With the launch of Inter Miami CF, David and his team are spending significant amounts of time in Miami… One Thousand Museum is a very special building and we are excited to join the community there.”
Opened back in August 2019, One Thousand Museum located in Downtown Miami is one of the most coveted properties in the city. The building sees its own private helipad, making it Miami’s single residential building accessible by private airport.
In collaborating with Forbes, the building will provide amenities and hospitality-focused experiences for residents and guests that will compete with some of the most luxe hotels in the world. Amenities such as a Sky Lounge for dining and private events, an on-premise bank vault, a nearby private beach club, wellness center, spa, spin studio, and pools are available to residents. Click through the gallery below to check out the luxe amenities and where the Beckhams will be hanging out soon.
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For more information, visit 100 Thousand Museum's website.
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Elevate Your Outdoor Space With Paola Navone’s Rafael Collection
Instead of opting for florals this spring because it isn't exactly groundbreaking, check out Italian designer Paola Navone’s new collection for Ethimo. The range sees a bevy of daybeds, coffee tables, lounge chairs and more. What’s unique about the design is that each piece features unique shapes and slats used as the backrest. The collection is crafted from distressed natural teak, with marble and lava stone slabs for tabletops. To create this collection collection, Navone pulled inspiration from her surroundings and travels in order to create the pieces.
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The chairs and daybeds see a left hand and right-hand design which allows the user to put them side by side to combine them into a single, seamless and bigger piece. The coffee table sees a hexagonal shape with cerulean and ocean-inspired colours landing throughout the designs.
If you’re looking to outfit your outer space with Paola Navone’s collection, you can head to Ethimo’s online shop to order now.
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South Beach Residences takes luxury living to new heights
Situated at the Bugis, Beach Road and Marina Bay area, the 190-apartment South Beach Residences sits right above the luxurious JW Marriott Singapore South Beach as part of an integrated development that comprises 34 storeys of Grade A office tower, retail space, and heritage buildings. The Residences is also conveniently connected to Esplanade MRT Station and City Hall Interchange.
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Besides the prestigious address, the Beach Road-Bugis area around the Residences is slated to become the next tech hub, with the sale of several development sites under the government land sales (GLS) programme and commercial buildings changing hands in recent years. According to reports, the office buildings in the vicinity of South Beach Residences have been attracting MNCs from different industries — PayPal, Expedia, Lego, Facebook, Sanofi to name a few.
The Residences is also only a stone's throw away from many F&B outlets. Think Raffles City, Chjimes, Liang Seah Street and many more. If you’re into the arts, then take a slow stroll towards Esplanade — Theatres on the Bay or the National Gallery of Singapore for a cultural fix. How’s that for convenience?
Because The Residences starts on the 22nd storey and goes all the way up to level 45, every single unit here affords a jaw-dropping panoramic view of the Marina Bay area, Central Business District, Orchard Road shopping belt, and stretches as far as the Kallang/East Coast neighbourhood. Whether you're looking for a 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, 4-bedroom suite or a sprawling penthouse, there's definitely something to suit your needs. But hurry, almost 70 percent of the development has been sold.
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At South Beach Residences, all the living spaces in the penthouses feel even more spacious with abundant natural light streaming in. To add to the impeccable space, every penthouse comes with a refrigerator and wine chiller from Sub-Zero, plus elegant kitchen appliances from Miele. If you’re in the market for a swanky penthouse, you have to act fast. There is only one four-bedroom penthouse available. This unit — designed by celebrity interior maestro Peter Tay — is the perfect space for those who love entertaining. Luxurious furnishings such as the coffee table from Alto by Commune, &Tradition living floor lamp from Denmark, Wendelbo sofa from Italy as well as Poltrona Frau living armchair from France, were all carefully selected to complement the fittings like steel, silk, and marble that are used throughout his design.
According to Tay, the space is a contemporary one that also evokes a sense of quiet luxury within. The seamless integration of the stunning views outside together with various modern art work makes for a powerful visual impact in the penthouse.
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What’s luxurious living without the most indulgent facilities? Residents can escape the hustle and bustle of city life by turning to the infinity pool, spa pool, fitness zone, or gymnasium to relax and unwind.
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Besides creating inspiring living spaces, the South Beach Residences is also about offering an experience that is above and beyond exclusivity. There is a dedicated team of hosts who are readily available to meet your needs, whether it’s a dinner reservation, transport services or even putting together a glitzy soirée. Other concierge services include bag and luggage assistance, courier services, and pet care. That’s not all. Every homeowner is issued a Resident Card that also opens up to a world of exclusive services from JW Marriott Singapore South Beach. Plus, there are also deferred payment schemes (Stay Now Pay Later) available.
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South Beach Residences, 28 Beach Road. Tel: +65 8338 1010.
Email: enquiries-SBR@cdl.com.sg.
Website: www.southbeachresidences-sb.com
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The Fashion Houses Rolling Out Designer Wallpaper for Luxury Interiors
It's official: wallpaper is well and truly back in 2020. And since taste in design, much like fashion, can vastly range from the modest to the maximalist, fashion houses are doing their bit to offer different forms of expression for your interiors. Whether it's geometric shapes or lines that tick your box, or the injection of life with colourful flora and fauna that tickles your fancy, here are seven fashion houses that have taken their designs from the runway to your walls.
Hermès
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In a collaboration with architect and illustrator Nigel Peake, this Hermès wallpaper depicts the area surrounding their flagship store in Paris. The landscape wallpaper in a muted flanelle shade, which illustrates his walk on the Promenade au Faubourg, is meant to conjure a dream-like world where a groom searches for his horse and carriage in a maze of architectural perspectives.
HK$5,000 (for 68.5 cm x 10 m roll); www.hermes.com
Versace
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Versace exotica: think balmy evenings in a leafy tropical paradise and you'll end up with this lush wallpaper. Boasting their distinctive Jungle Print, which celebrates its 20th anniversary thanks to their iconic Jungle Dress from the spring/summer 2000 collection, this wallpaper will dress up any interior in the most verdant and vibrant rainforest green.
HK$785 (per 70 cm x 10.5 m roll); www.versace.com
Ralph Lauren
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Inspired by the Art Deco architecture and design of 1930s New York, this geometric design will add the glitz and glamour of that era with ease. The design features diamond shapes fashioned from lines of little light-reflecting beads atop a finely stippled charcoal background. The result is classy, cool and snazzy, all at once.
HK$1,450 (for 52 cm x 10 m roll); www.ralphlaurenhome.com
Gucci
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Straight off the runway from Gucci's ready-to-wear collection, this bright and vivid heron print is illustrated with the birds and dragonflies throughout. The painterly pattern is set against a soft blushing pink which will add a fun, yet graceful, element to any interior.
HK$ 3,500 (for two panels 70 cm x 3.5 m each); www.gucci.com
Etro
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Bringing the garden into the home, this Etro wallpaper is full of bright colours and striking contrasts to reflect a secret garden in lilac. The foliage design on this wallpaper feels somewhat traditional, but reflects nature's bounty in a playful manner. An easy way to add style to a home with clean lines and shapes.
HK$1,080 (for 70 cm x 10 m roll); www.etro.rasch.de
Armani
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This Nabucco wallpaper by Armani's interior design arm, Armani/Casa, is for those looking for a more understated vibe. Made in Italy, the name is take from Nabucodonosor, one of the greatest operas by the Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi in 1842. The earthen wallpaper is also one of Giorgio Armani's favourite patterns and features the streaked texture of onyx slabs.
HK$1,360 (for 87 cm x 10 m roll); www.armani.com/casa
Christian Lacroix
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A dramatic scene of technicoloured florals and botanicals make up this Christian Lacroix wallpaper. Featuring his signature flamboyancy with overlapping bold black lines, the digitally printed wallpaper is designed to make the whole wall pop. And that it certainly does.
HK$1,950 (for 52 cm x 10 m roll); www.christian-lacroix.com
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Live in Luxury: 5 Phenomenal Penthouses You Can Buy in Hong Kong
What exactly does it mean to live in luxury? Perhaps it’s that multimillion-dollar penthouse that towers above the city, the most stylish design-led living space, or maybe even an expansive home for you and your family. Whatever your style of luxury, Hong Kong has it all — and then some. But before you call your realtor, here’s a little inspiration to take with you. Welcome to our biweekly property digest that brings together the city’s best properties on the market, all for your easy viewing.
Prince Edward
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Where: 51 Boundary Street
What: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1 car park space; 1,291 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$55 million
Occupying the penthouse level of a fairly new build -- High Park in Prince Edward -- this apartment is a great find on the market right now. Four bedrooms, two of which are ensuite, make this the ideal home for a large family or multi-generation household. A private roof terrace makes entertaining at home an easy task, and it's also just minutes away from primary and secondary schools, as well as the MTR station, making it convenient to go anywhere else in the city. A covered car park and clubhouse facilities, such as an outdoor pool and gym, are welcome inclusions too.
*Please note that some images are virtually staged by AR technology for reference
Mid-Levels
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Where: 51 Conduit Road
What: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 car park space; 1,368 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$43 million
A hot property in a sought-after location, this penthouse apartment is one to keep your eye on. With its sweeping rooftop views, big lofty open plan rooms and contemporary style chef's kitchen, it seems perfect for a business professional or couple who need quick access to the central business district. Other highlights include not one, but two ensuite bathrooms attached to the bedrooms, large built-in storage and a private rooftop terrace that is decorated, furnished and ready for alfresco gatherings.
CyberPort
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Where: 8 Bel-Air Peak Avenue
What: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car park spaces; 1,751 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$89 million
As part of a large-scale CyperPort development, the last phase in the residential compound features spectacular high-end, high-rise apartments -- including this one. Here, the penthouse offers both unobstructed sea views and a spacious home with three bedrooms, one of which is ensuite. High ceilings and full height glass doors towards the balcony help to create an open airy atmosphere, while a walk-in closet, private roof terrace, and state-of-the-art kitchen add to the luxury of this apartment. Other facilities in the complex such as an outdoor swimming pool, children's playground, gym, sauna, lounge, tennis courts and much more are bonus additions.
Ho Man Tin
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Where: 5 Ho Man Tin Hill Road
What: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms; 2,104 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$65.8 million
The layout of this three bedroom Ho Man Tin home comes with a very high space-efficiency ratio which can accommodate large size furniture, art pieces and even sculptures in the living space and dining room. The master suite is just as spacious and can easily hold a king size bed, walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom while the other two rooms can fit at least queen size beds, depending on your family size. A sleek kitchen, fitted with high-end appliances, and of course, the private rooftop are added benefits to this comfortable and roomy home.
Pok Fu Lam
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Where: 116 Pok Fu Lam Road
What: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1 car park space; 2,146 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$80 million
Situated in the serene location of Pok Fu Lam, this expansive five bedroom penthouse home offers its residents the utmost privacy. It's perfect for a large family, with an open plan living and dining room, and plenty of space and storage. The master suite has a walk-in closest and ensuite bathroom, while two other bathrooms can be shared. The distinctive building offers floor-to-ceiling windows in the apartments that take up each floor alongside facilities including a swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool, golf driving range, children's play area and underground parking.
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A Look Inside Dior’s First Home Decor Boutique in Paris
Christian Dior was one of five children who grew up splitting their time between Paris and the family home on the coast of Normandy, a boy who loved art and would go on to establish one of the most famous French fashion houses in history. His keen sense of style wasn’t limited to women’s clothing, however, as evidenced by the recent launch of the Dior Maison tableware collection and opening of the Dior Maison boutique at 28 Avenue Montaigne in the French capital.
“To an impeccably decorated interior, I will always prefer one that’s more sensitive and spirited, which has gradually developed over time according to the existence and whims of its inhabitant,” Dior wrote in his 1947 autobiography, Dior by Dior. In the designer’s case, those whims extended to plants, flowers, animals and unique 18th-century architecture.
The new collection of table settings, in three styles dubbed Cannage, Muguet and Monsieur Dior, features ginkgo leaves, lily of the valley sprigs and other flowers from the garden of Dior’s country home in Milly-la-Forêt in a sophisticated palette of gold, beige, white and blue. The cannage, or rattan, motif takes centre stage on porcelain plates and glass stemware created by the house’s current artistic director Cordelia de Castellane.
The signature Dior toile de jouy is also reinterpreted with the addition of animals, much like those seen on recent accessories by creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri. The new Paris boutique offers these items and much more, suggesting this is Christian Dior’s world and we’re just living in it.
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Live in Luxury: 5 Hong Kong Homes with Green Views to Buy Right Now
What exactly does it mean to live in luxury? Perhaps it’s that multimillion-dollar penthouse that towers above the city, the most stylish design-led living space, or maybe even an expansive home for you and your family. Whatever your style of luxury, Hong Kong has it all -- and then some. But before you call your realtor, here’s a little inspiration to take with you. Welcome to our biweekly property digest that brings together the city’s best properties on the market, all for your easy viewing.
Exquisite House in Calming Green Environment
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Where: Fo Tan
What: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 car park spaces; 3,235 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$228 million
This detached house in Fo Tan would make an incredible home for families who enjoy their privacy. Standing on a higher ground that overlooks the other low-rises and houses below, it's a home with a more serene view thanks to its huge private garden, roof terrace and a private balcony in the master bedroom. High ceilings and glass doors help to create a naturally bright and airy space, of which it has plenty in the living, dining and kitchen spaces, too.
Tai Tam Apartment Overlooking the Country Park
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Where: 88 Tai Tam Reservoir Road, Repulse Bay
What: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 car park spaces; 1,886 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$57 million
Surrounded by the lush greenery of Tai Tam Country Park, this two-bedroom property is great for smaller families who enjoy natural views and an active lifestyle. Not only is there convenient access to walking trails through the rolling mountains, but the comprehensive facilities also allow residents to enjoy a gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, squash, tennis and more. The interiors have had a modern makeover and remain elegantly designed with natural wood and neutral furnishings for easy move-in.
Tai Po Home with Views of the Mountains and Sea
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Where: 1 Hung Lam Drive, Tai Po
What: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2 car park spaces; 2,240 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$35 million
In the middle of Tai Po suburbia sits this modern European-style luxury townhouse. Here, large windows bestow the panoramic gift of tranquil sea and green mountain views upon residents, while a rooftop space means alfresco dinners and barbecue parties are on the cards. With four bedrooms, larger families can make full use of the spacious interiors as well as the extensive clubhouse facilities that include a children's playground and pool, gym, jacuzzi, outdoor swimming pool, sauna, snooker, tennis and a handy golf simulator. What more could you ask for?
Modern Mid-Levels Apartment with Natural Green Views
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Where: 15 Kotewall Road, Mid-Levels West
What: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car park spaces; 2,324 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$78 million
Located near a walking trail that leads up to the Peak, this three-bedroom flat takes advantage of the natural environment and enjoys some epic green views that stretch to the harbour. Decorated in oriental-style furnishings, statues and wooden fixtures, the interior is something of an art gallery. But of course, this can all be taken away and in fact the original building's layout of five rooms can easily be reinstated, too. A fantastic location and space for both entertaining and privacy, this property is definitely worth keeping your eye on.
Ting Kau House with a Picture-Perfect Backdrop
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Where: Castle Peak Road (Ting Kau), Tsuen Wan
What: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 car park spaces; 3,315 sq. ft.
Asking Price: HK$198 million
View of the sea, check. Overlooking the green mountains, check. And a private piece of lawned garden to enjoy, check. This home is definitely one for view seekers, and the unobstructed view of the Tin Kau Bridge doesn't hurt, either. This unique detached house is a rare find and is truly a space to call your own if you have a bigger family -- what with five bedrooms, four bathrooms and an abundant amount of outdoor and indoor space. Leave work, the city and really relax in this European-style house that you can call home for a little under HK$200 million.
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Live in Luxury: 5 Spacious and Stylish Hong Kong Properties to Buy Right Now
What exactly does it mean to live in luxury? Perhaps it’s that multimillion-dollar penthouse that towers above the city, the most stylish design-led living space, or maybe even an expansive home for you and your family. Whatever your style of luxury, Hong Kong has it all -- and then some. But before you call your realtor, here’s a little inspiration to take with you. Welcome to our biweekly property digest that brings together the city’s best properties on the market, all for your easy viewing.
Majestic Mid-Levels Penthouse
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Where: No. 1 Po Shan Road, Mid-Levels West
What: 6 bedrooms (3 ensuite), 4,373 sq. ft.
Asking price: HK$450 million
Located in a quiet corner of Mid-Levels West, this gorgeous penthouse enjoys some of the city's most sensational views of the iconic harbour and cityscape. It comes complete with a swimming pool, jacuzzi tub, walk-in closet, luxurious ensuite bathrooms and more, but the most remarkable feature has to be the incredibly roomy rooftop garden and terrace. Designed for both social and private occasions, homeowners can show off their property by hosting poolside parties or impress with a romantic alfresco dinner.
One-of-a-kind Detached House in Fei Ngo Shan
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Where: Fei Ngo Shan Road, Clear Water Bay
What: 7 bedrooms (6 ensuite), 9,103 sq. ft.
Asking price: HK$1 billion
This rare find is a stunning and really rather huge house set within the Clear Water Bay area. Away from the hectic city, this is luxury living with all the space and privacy one could ever desire. Plus, as it's so large, it naturally has numerous rooms and elements that you wouldn't usually find in Hong Kong, including its own private garden, landscaped swimming pool, enormous rooftop terrace, extra family room, formal dining room, wine cellar, karaoke room, pet room, walk-in closet and more.
Secluded House at The Peak
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Where: 1-9 Watford Road, The Peak
What: 4 bedrooms (3 ensuite), 2,706 sq. ft.
Asking price: HK$260 million
Although it's the smallest property on our list, this hidden paradise still spans over 2,500 square feet of space, making it 4 times bigger than the average home in Hong Kong. Situated on a tree-lined road with other low-rises, this is one for those who enjoy greenery. It also has a beautiful and well-maintained garden and fishpond that feel like they were pulled out of a storybook. What's more, it all feels very secluded with its wooden fences, railings and iron gate that ensure the utmost privacy.
Luxury Townhouse in Botanica Bay
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Where: No. 3 Cheung Fu Street, Lantau Island
What: 5 bedrooms (4 ensuite), 4,465 sq. ft.
Asking price: HK$118 million
This exquisite Lantau home gives city-dwelling properties a run for their money. Overlooking uninterrupted views of the sea, it offers buyers a chance to enjoy two floors of space along with a cultivated garden and rooftop terrace. The high ceilings elevate the sense of space even more so, letting in plenty of natural light. And light it seems is the name of the game here, as even the master suite has a windowed wall and an expansive terrace, while other bedrooms have large windows or their own balcony for fresh air.
Spectacular Villa at The Peak
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Where: Pollock's Path, The Peak
What: 4 bedrooms (4 ensuite), 3,649 sq. ft.
Asking price: HK$886 million
Having undergone a recent renovation, this expansive detached house serves as a blank canvas for home buyers that wish to create their own space on six levels. Located in a prestigious location on The Peak, it truly is a private haven at the top of Hong Kong. Not only does the independent property offer stellar views from its private roof terrace and outdoor lap pool, but it also boasts views from the other rooms in the house including the living room, family room, master bedrooms and bathrooms, too.
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