From understated urban sanctuaries to unabashedly glamorous resorts, these eight studios are the creative forces behind some of the region’s most memorable stays.
Hong Kong has firmly established itself as a powerhouse in hospitality design, with homegrown firms – and international studios with a strong Hong Kong presence – shaping luxury hotels across Asia and beyond. Blending Eastern and Western aesthetics with meticulous craftsmanship, these practices create distinctive spaces that define contemporary luxury.
André Fu Studio
Cambridge-educated designer André Fu is renowned for his refined approach to luxury hospitality, seamlessly bridging East and West. With studios in Hong Kong and London, his portfolio includes The Upper House in Hong Kong and the recently unveiled Capella Taiwan. Extending his vision beyond interiors, André Fu Living offers a curated line of furnishings, delivering a holistic design experience for discerning clients.
CCD / Cheng Chung Design
Founded by renowned designer Joe Cheng, CCD specialises exclusively in international hospitality design. The firm has delivered over 100 deluxe hotels across Asia for major international brands including Shangri‑La, Hilton, InterContinental, Marriott, Raffles and many more. Its portfolio spans large-scale urban landmarks and resort properties, positioning CCD as one of the region’s most prolific luxury hotel specialists.
HBA Hong Kong
HBA is a global leader in hospitality and residential design, with its Hong Kong studio shaping some of the city’s most recognisable hotel interiors and private residences. Its projects are known for impeccable craftsmanship and enduring elegance, and the firm has worked with brands including Four Seasons, The Ritz-Carlton, Shangri-La and Hilton on high-end hotels, resorts, casinos and spas around the world, and most recently guest rooms at Kimpton in Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong.
via.
Founded in 2009 by Hong Kong-based architect Frank Leung, via. is an inter-disciplinary studio known for crafted, hospitality-led spaces that feel both cinematic and quietly intimate. The practice has collaborated with leading hotel and lifestyle operators on projects such as the public areas and lounge at Kimpton in Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong and mixed-use destinations like ONE SOHO, among others, blending narrative-driven design, thoughtful proportions and rich materiality to create immersive places to stay, dine and gather.
Steve Leung Design Group (SLD)
With more than four decades of experience, Steve Leung’s practice is synonymous with excellence in Asian design. Steve Leung Hospitality Ltd. specialises in hotels, serviced apartments, restaurants and bars across Hong Kong, Mainland China and internationally. Notable projects include Shangri-La The Shard, London; Crowne Plaza Sanya; Holiday Inn Nanjing; and YOO 8 serviced apartments in Kuala Lumpur.
AB Concept
Established in 1999 by Ed Ng and Terence Ngan, AB Concept is celebrated for its narrative-led approach to design. The studio’s portfolio includes Argo at Four Seasons Hong Kong, the spa at Mandarin Oriental Singapore and Paper Moon Giardino in Milan. Its work is defined by thoughtful detailing, exceptional craftsmanship and a timeless sense of luxury that resonates with Hong Kong’s discerning clientele.
Remedios Studio
Founded by Hong Kong-born designer Peter Remedios, Remedios Studio is known for quietly luxurious hospitality interiors that balance a strong sense of place with international polish. The studio led the redesign of the guest rooms and suites at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong and has also worked on The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel and Morpheus in Macau, bringing a refined, residential sensibility to large-scale luxury hotels across the region.
