
Central Tower Family Office by A Work of Substance
A Work of Substance has transformed a compact office space into a sophisticated family office that balances minimalist design with thoughtful luxury, creating an atmosphere that that navigates between austere professionalism and residential comfort.
Located in Central Tower, the heart of Hong Kong's financial district, the project reimagines the traditional corporate environment through a refined lens of materiality and light. Glass bricks serve as both architectural elements and light diffusers, creating an ethereal atmosphere while maintaining the privacy essential for a family office setting.
"We sought to challenge the conventional notion of office design," explains A Work of Substance. "The space needed to function as both a professional environment and an intimate family gathering place."
The studio's approach to the compact footprint demonstrates careful spatial consideration, with a layered volumetric strategy that maximizes the sense of space. A defining feature is the architectural canopy crafted from timber and fluted metal, which serves as both a visual anchor and a subtle space divider.
Biophilic elements play a crucial role in the design scheme. Strategically placed terrariums introduce moments of natural respite within Hong Kong's dense urban context, while simultaneously functioning as organic air purification systems. This integration of nature reflects a growing trend in contemporary workplace design that prioritizes employee wellbeing.
The project's visual identity centers around a meticulously embroidered family crest, featuring delicate swallow motifs and meaningful objects, creating a sophisticated visual narrative that represents the client's values of humility, wisdom, and legacy.
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