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Harbour Home: Laab Architects’ Masterpiece in Hong Kong



Welcome to Harbour Home, a modern wooden apartment oasis nestled in the bustling city of Hong Kong, China. Designed by the renowned Laab Architects, this stunning residence offers a refreshing escape from the urban jungle.
Combining cutting-edge design elements with the warmth of wood, Harbour Home redefines luxury living in the heart of one of the world’s most iconic cities.

About Harbour Home
Creating a Meditative Oasis During COVID-19
Commissioned during COVID-19, when Hong Kong faced strict travel bans and social restrictions, we designed Harbour Home as a meditative retreat for the owner and his family.
Embracing Light and Darkness in Design
Inspired by Buddhist philosophy, we acknowledge that light and darkness are complementary, not oppositional. In Harbour Home, we bring awareness to both through material choices. Expansive Living Space with Natural Light
The oak-lined living room embraces the harbor view, expanding one’s senses to the horizon and natural light. We enhance the tranquil ambiance with Asian fabrics, subdued lighting, and rounded corners. We also craft a sliding oak and brass desk to move along the windowsill between the living room and bedroom.
Inviting Meditation through Darkness
Moving away from the window, darkness guides one inward to a meditative state. We use a variety of dark materials, such as black granite, black lava stone, black paper cord, dark concrete paint, and greyish ceramic tiles, alongside dark wood. This adds ...

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