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TUVE Hotel Hong Kong

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TUVE Hotel Hong Kong | A Celestial Experience

DARKNESS. This quietly humble architectural gem tucked in our animated city is definitely worth the share this weekend. If you think you had enough of spalled concrete and rustic metals in our concrete forest of a city - Think again. Welcome to the boutique hotel of Tin Hau!

Luxury hotels almost come all alike these days. Either the highly ornate in European decor with refined gold highlights, or modernly modest like a Vogue magazine. Either way, we remember less of the specific decor, but more of the size of its infinity pools and scrumptious breakfast in our beds.

TUVE sets itself apart in its tactility as well as all definitions of what we usually consider to be “Hotel”. TUVE is mysterious, adventurous as well as a little reclusive. It shares with us a story and a surreal experience that begins from the basket-weaved red sidewalks of Tin Hau to its upper Main Lobby. 

LOBBY : Forgo the Glamour

It is easy to miss this architectural artpiece while maneuvering your way around the area. Set back from the street front, its outlook could easily be mistaken for a dusty construction site - with its pompous rustic metal hoarding and modest entrance gates at its sides.

Entering its premises, you realize you succumb to its overwhelming aura of retreat. Through it’s solid metal gates, you move though into a dungeon corridor where you find yourself relieved of all glamour, anxiety and animation the city expects of you. This boutique hotel is not about glamour and grandiose services. “You are in a different world now”, it tells you, “Relax.”

As you wait in its dark quarters for the elevators, the tranquility that comes from nothingness of its spaces calms you. It’s inevitable, parts of ourselves are reduced as we allow ourselves to be transported to the next experience through the elevator doors.

Doors open. And now you may gasp! Surreal. The lights of the layered backdrop reflecting on the metallic ceiling panels; The Lobby itself is a light installation - an artistic/visual installation where you, as the bewildered guest, play a role to animate and mystify.  The movement of the streetscape outside flickers through the perforations of the feature wall. 

Large reception counter that embraces the interaction and intimacy of the hotel hosts and its guests, yet cool unwelcoming benches lay at its side. It is the confusing message that this hotel gives you that makes you feel uneasy yet curious enough to explore further.

DELUXE ROOMS : Escape to Purity

I had the luxury of unwrapping this little mystery further under the perfect guidance of Pauline Tsang, the Hotel Manager of TUVE.

If the lobby floors were seemingly sedate and serious, the guest floors were an exact opposite - invigorating and restful. Bright colours and raw comfortable tones. Simple and easy-going decor, that makes you feel at ease right away. The stark contrast to the previous experience accentuates the light setting of the bedrooms.

I loved the marriage of the rough concrete against the light ash tones of the wood furnitures. The gold flakes flushed in the spalled bits were my favourite part of the rooms.

Each guest suite came with its own little wooden present waiting for your unwrapping. Here at the Premier Suite, the box lies at the end of the long cold concrete work bench, opening up to reveal all of traveler’s little necessities.

The bathroom was the space that overwhelmed me the most. The simplicity and rawness of the wired glass partitions matching with the richness and luxurious finishes of the marble wall. The serenity of the shower space had taken away my heart. The little matching bath body kits rested on a cute stool inside the bath - as if I could read a book in there. To be honest, if I could, I would fit my whole bed in here! I’d sleep in here! I seriously would!!

Comfort Rooms :  A Little More Timid

For those looking for a little more warmth than the cold concrete surfaces, the Comfort Rooms is a great sanctuary. With wood finishes, the room gives a very minimalistic Nordic vibe. Stapled with the iconic furniture pieces, the room blends into the rest of the hotel while creating a more feminine touch to the female guests.

TUVE Philosophy

“TUVE underlines minimalist and timeless design sensibilities, visually silent for quiet reflection. A poetic space using modern natural materials in their truest, purest form. TUVE is an alternative for travelers to experience a distinctive approach to hospitality in Hong Kong.

It begins with a soulful journey that elicits curiosity, as an air of unfoldment and serenipity awaits. From the understated entry of the architectural space, travelling through the bold and elongated interior, followed by a gestured greeing from beyond the crafted brass surface, and then, elevated to a room offering a sense of quietude - the pure beauty is to be explored and revealed. A balance of raw and refined textures and materials, a poetic essence, a gentle ambience that harmonises the shadows with a vein of warmth, surrounded by ethereal tonalities. The exquisite space encounters a manner of subtleties, unveiling the joy and anticipation of a hotel experience.”

My TWO Cents

While the artistic character of the hotel is strong and so attractive- the hotel stay is not for every guest. The hotel yearns for tasteful youths who in return demand for affordable priced guest rooms in the expensive city of Hong Kong; those who are appreciative of true art and visual experience yet wish to be near the bustling metropolitan on the HK Island. 

It is also for those local Hong Kong’ers, who have become fed up of the loudness and chaos of the city world, and in need a sublime escape. The serenity is at your service here.

Yet, for those hoping for a more welcoming and family oriented hotel, your kids may not be your best accessory at TUVE. The highly intense and unexpectable energies of the younger kids may ruin any hints of artistic experience I explained above - A Shame!

But either way, this hotel is worth a visit to anyone in need of an adventure.

TUVE | 16 Tsing Fung Street, Tin Hau, Hong Kong | www.tuve.hk

Many thanks to Pauline Tsang & Guy Doo, Managing Director and Hotel Manager, and the TUVE Team.

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TUVE Hotel Hong Kong | A Celestial Experience

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TUVE Hotel Hong Kong

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TUVE Hotel Hong Kong

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The Top 10 Most Charismatic Fashionistas at K11 Night - “Met Gala of Asia”

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K11 Musea Gorgeous Red Cartier Christmas Tree

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JAY AHR | Embroidered Art & Handbags at K11 Musea

A beautiful second-life to vintage luxury handbags, Jonathan Riss has elevated these pieces from fine luxury to almost-celestial works of art; from fashion for the top 1% to only the top 0.1%… Born in Paris, raised in Brussels, residing in Hong Kong, the artist’s time in India spurred his passion in embroidery, which has taken him from hobby to working with the greatest fashion brands, to Lane Crawford shelves and arms of the Kardashians. His embroidery is unique to each bag, inspired by the origin and designs of the original product. Confidence and skill is an understatement, because no normal gent would even dare to mess with an original Hermès like he would. If this isn’t the definition of professional flexing, I don’t know what is.

What’s really beautiful about this embroidered Louis Vuitton Keepall is how the original canvas peeps out from behind the new stitching, and yet a new pattern is overlaid on top. The colours and the patches look like a new skin is overgrowing on top, replacing yet respecting the old. 

His works on a Hermès, Chanel & Louis Vuitton are now on display in two locations in K11 Musea, in a pop up store at 229 2/F and on G/F within a robot too cute for the works. Go check it out before the year ends!

Date: 9 Nov - 29 Dec Opening Hours: 11:00am - 9:00pm

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YSL | WOMEN SS2022

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THE SIXTEENTH, PIRATA

“The latest to join the scrum is also the most sophisticated: spread over 18,000 square feet in a Grade-A office tower, The Sixteenth features four original restaurants from Pirata Group nestled side by side. The first venue you’ll encounter is La Favorita, a larger-than-life trattoria enrobed in rich drapery that recalls an episode of The Sopranos. Just outside is Tempo Tempo, an expansive terrace perfect for outdoor brunches or evening drinks; this is connected to Honjokko, an evolution of Honjo that features an expanded sushi bar and omakase experience. Finally, TMK Funk & Rolls is the latest addition to Pirata’s ‘temakeria’ franchise, and inhabits a groovy space lined with vinyls.” - TatlerHK

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THE SIXTEENTH, PIRATA 

 “The latest to join the scrum is also the most sophisticated: spread over 18,000 square feet in a Grade-A office tower, The Sixteenth features four original restaurants from Pirata Group nestled side by side. The first venue you'll encounter is La Favorita, a larger-than-life trattoria enrobed in rich drapery that recalls an episode of The Sopranos. Just outside is Tempo Tempo, an expansive terrace perfect for outdoor brunches or evening drinks; this is connected to Honjokko, an evolution of Honjo that features an expanded sushi bar and omakase experience. Finally, TMK Funk & Rolls is the latest addition to Pirata's 'temakeria' franchise, and inhabits a groovy space lined with vinyls.” - TatlerHK

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VALENTINO | Beauty Wheel of Wishes Annual Party

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VALENTINO | Beauty Wheel of Wishes Annual Party

On Monday, Valentino launched their Annual Party for their biggest fans at their world’s first Valentino Beauty store in Harbour Center in Hong Kong. The event pampered each guest with a free 15min makeup consultation by their Retail Artists, sharing with you their suggested products for your skin-type and lifestyle.

The session also included an introduction to Valentino’s signature fragrances: Voce Viva & Born in Roma Eau de Parfum. The Voce Viva collection is much lighter and floral, great for everyday. For limited time, guests will also receive a Valentino Logo bracelet with the fragrance of your choice - the “bracelet” of which was absolutely disappointing coming from a luxury brand, basically a sweetheart candy on a red string.

That aside, the experience was a great opportunity for you to experiment with the brand and try if its worth adding to your make up collection.

Book Now, starts on November 1, 2021. https://valentino.digitalbuzzapac.com/wheel-of-wishes

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VALENTINO | Beauty Wheel of Wishes Annual Party

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IRIS VAN HERPEN Haute Couture SS 2021

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CARTIER | “Into the Wild” K11 Musea Pop-Up Exhibition

ETHEREAL. That’s the word I would describe Cartier’s latest exhibition and their presentation of high craftsmanship. Cartier has always been a power house in the high jewellery world. One is always attracted to the Maison's boldness and daring designs -  Panthère de Cartier is definitely amongst the most famous collection that signifies this. In this exhbition, we celebrate the Cartier's most classic moments over the years.

Expecting it to be a simple installation space, I was wildly enthused when I learnt it was a proper guided experience.

The tour begins at the “Follow the Panther” Corridor waiting room where we are greeted with two beautiful backlit panthers and their unique black markings on mirrored fins. Walking down the path, your own image briefly reflect and dance between the narrow mirrors, mimicking the hidden views of creatures in a lush green jungle. 

A French performer greets us in a furry panther pattern room.  The small and dimly lit space really accentuates the drama and sets the mood for what’s ahead. A thrilling speech introduces us to the origins of Panthère de Cartier and Jeanne Toussaint, the mastermind and the first Panthère. 

We then enter “Delve into the Panther Timeline” 360 Room where the full history of the collection is presented, stressing on how the design changes in the last century - something only a reputable Maison with such heritage and history can present.

In the office of Jeanne Toussaint, Cartier's first female art director is then celebrated in the next room with dynamic visual light show. Celebrating her style, her work, and her influence to the Maison. The Panthère design is then showcased and celebrated through photogenic tunnels: Graphic, Abstract & Naturalist to where we see the final crafted work.

We enter another chamber before the final showroom, where we hear about the whole process of Mastery and Crafts in creating each Panthère jewellery. From the considerations in design, to the wav carving, to the gemstone cutting and setting. Each stage was shared as if we were amongst the masters in their workshop.

We end by walking through a fashion walkway before entering the final Showroom & Lounge.

Very decent exhibit explaining the history and crafts of Panthère de Cartier. Not only was the tour very exclusive with a personal guide, the series of performances and visual art displays were very well designed to deepen our love for the collection. I really enjoyed the way jewellery & fine craftsmanship was explained and celebrated, definitely will inspire me to represent my own brand the same way.

Cartier “Into the Wild” Date: 27 Oct – 14 Nov Opening Hours: 11:00am – 7:00pm Location: 605, 6F, K11 Art & Cultural Centre, K11 MUSEA [Book Now]

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