Wyndham Social is a vibrant arts and cultural hub in the heart of Hong Kong, featuring an elegant and inviting space that serves as a lounge, gallery, and event venue, designed to inspire creativity and foster connections among visitors.
Designed by Soil Studios, Wyndham Social occupies the ground floor lobby of an office tower, seamlessly connecting Wyndham Street with the vibrant Lan Kwai Fong area.
Wyndham Social is located in the vibrant streets of Hong Kong, surrounded by traditional low-rise tong laus and towering skyscrapers. What was once a quiet street with antique shops and carpet sellers has now become the lively center of Central, bustling with restaurants and bars. Designed by Soil Studios, Wyndham Social occupies the ground floor lobby of an office tower, seamlessly connecting Wyndham Street with the vibrant Lan Kwai Fong area. Serving as a platform to showcase emerging Hong Kong artists, it also functions as a stylish lounge for social gatherings and events.
The ambiance of the space is at once calming and invigorating. The lift lobby is adorned with gradient wallpaper in soft shades of grey, orange, and purple, setting the tone for the interior. The choice of colors was inspired by the imagery of a sunrise and sunset. The sunrise colors aim to uplift the mood of office workers at the start of their day and symbolize hope for emerging artists. On the other hand, the sunset colors represent renewal and celebrate the creative possibilities evoked by the magical hour.
The open-plan layout of the space features multiple layers, with a lounge area demarcated by a curved floating partition wall that rests on two wooden balls. Below the wall, there is a curved orange sofa and minimalist oak tables. Throughout the space, you can find clusters of smaller coffee tables and bright orange lounge chairs. At the center, there is a stylish circular bookshelf with a planter on top, showcasing a small tree. Adding a touch of warmth, wooden light fixtures in the shape of tall banana leaves are present. The wooden tile flooring, adorned with white geometric patterns, adds further visual interest.
The space features a vibrant blue marble bar that adds a burst of color, while elegant wooden lattice screens shield the windows and create an elegant background. A striking feature light holds dangling circular orb lights, reminiscent of dew drops on plants in the early morning. Overhead, the exposed ceilings give the space an industrial look, which has been softened by a coat of lavender-tone paint.
The design of the space allows for easy transformation into an art gallery, with a designated exhibition area near the entrance. A hidden wall partition near the lift lobby can be extended to create additional wall space for displaying paintings or projected video works. Passersby on Wyndham Street can catch glimpses of the artwork through the windows. The lattice screens by the windows at the back of the room can be covered, creating a blank wall space that provides a sleek white-cube environment to highlight the artwork.
Wyndham Social was designed to provide visitors with a haven from the hectic pace of city life, offering a sophisticated venue for hosting exhibition openings, a place for busy professionals to take a break between meetings, and a vibrant lounge space for socializing with friends after work. It aims to create an environment that fosters creativity, encourages connection, and rejuvenates the spirit.
Words courtesy of Soil Studios | Photography by Common Studio | Video by Avo Film | Credit to Wyndham Social
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