Best known for chic and innovative designs that reflect the young, creative members (many who join Soho House come from the film, art, fashion, music and design industries), Soho House Hong Kong is inspired by the city’s culture and energy, which is represented in its style, from the colour palettes and patterns to the fabrics and furniture.

The interiors are infused with rich jewel tones, echoing those found on Hong Kong’s city streets, and are a nod to the classic Hong Kong films by directors such as Wong Kar-wai.

“Locally made pieces, such as hand-embossed basketweave ceilings and a bronze screen, are mixed with international touches from other Houses around the world”, said a representative from Soho House Hong Kong.

Occupying the top floors of a new, 28 storey-building, the club has a pool room, drawing room and house brasserie, among other features. Its gym occupies three floors, and its co-working space, Soho Works, is set to open in the spring of 2020 and is spread over nine floors.

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Though exclusivity is definitely its middle name, it does not regard itself as exclusive. “We’re inclusive to the creative community, but privacy is very important, and we never reveal the names of our members”, said a Soho House representative.

There is, however, a set of rules. “Firstly, our houses are private places, so we have a no-photo rule, and ask members to respect others' privacy when in the [Soho] House. We also ask them not to post about other members on social media.

“Secondly, we are a private members’ club for people working in the creative industries, and ask members [and] guests to keep a relaxed dress code.

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“Lastly, we prefer to keep communal spaces as phone-call-free areas, and ask members to keep phones on silent. There are also designated laptop areas to keep the vibe social.”

There are two types of membership at Soho House: Every House and Local House. Every House members have access to Soho Houses all over the world, while Local House members can enjoy facilities only in Hong Kong.

In order to encourage creatives to join, the House also has an Under 27 (U27) membership, where anyone under that age can get membership at half the cost.

Applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, with applicants indicating their involvement and contribution to the local creative community.

Also, potential applicants are encouraged to include two existing members as proposers in the application. Memberships are set as follows per year: Every House, HK$28,000 (US$3,571); Local House, HK$22,000; U27 Every House, HK$14,000; and U27 Local House, HK$11,000. A one-time registration fee also applies of HK$4,800 and HK$2,400 for U27 applicants.

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