https://www.scmp.com/rss/324384/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Horizon Plaza is one of Hong Kong’s best-known spots for furniture and fashion. Situated at the southwest tip of Hong Kong Island, in Ap Lei Chau, the warehouse-style building can be found at Lee Wing Street and caters to a wide range of tastes and budgets. With nearly 100 shops, Horizon Plaza is home to a growing number of sought-after brands. The 500,000 sq ft converted factory building offers 28 floors of high-end home décor and discount designer fashion outlets. These include Ermenegildo... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093881/shopping-bliss-horizon-plaza-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093881/shopping-bliss-horizon-plaza-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 08:00:35 +0000 As the warmer weather digs in, interiors are reconnecting with nature in all its forms. Sleek and chic are making way for warmer materials, with prints and colours providing a new cocoon for the home. “As our lives continue to get busier, there is a growing desire for our homes to be a break from the intensity, a calming space or even a sanctuary,” says Amanda Norton-Knight at Bowerbird. “In line with this, we have focused on a more lush tropical and botanical look.” Tropical print cushions by... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093878/back-nature-interiors-embrace-natural?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093878/back-nature-interiors-embrace-natural?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 07:48:15 +0000 The home is much more than a functional space to collapse into at the end of a long day. More than ever interiors are becoming a comforting antidote to the world around us and, as designers play with ideas and moods, homeware collections are offering an energising mix of inspiration with unique designs that add beguiling charm. H. D. Buttercup marks its first foray beyond its Los Angeles base with a curated collection of furniture at Horizon Plaza that “will soon become adored additions to Hong... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093875/home-comforts-designers-impress?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093875/home-comforts-designers-impress?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 07:30:40 +0000 TREE is a one-stop-shop for sustainably stylish eco-wood furniture and naturally beautiful finishing touches. Established in 2005, the company has a 25,000-square-metre flagship store on the 28th floor of Horizon Plaza, where hungry shoppers can pick up light meals, salads and sweet treats at its take-away cafe. The company’s core collection of solid eco-wood furniture is made from responsibly sourced wood that is either certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), supported through the... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093868/tree-makes-ethical-practices-chic-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093868/tree-makes-ethical-practices-chic-and?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 07:29:30 +0000 With stores across Asia extending as far as the Middle East, customers are spoiled for choice by Indigo Living’s exquisite range of home interior products. The brand introduces new collections to its showrooms each year and 2017 is no exception. In time for warmer weather, Indigo brings us its light and bright Beach Class collection with a fresh take on nautically-inspired styling. The brand takes its cues from the beachside lifestyle best epitomised by St Barts, Cape Cod and California. “The... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093873/beating-heat-indigo-livings-new?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093873/beating-heat-indigo-livings-new?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 07:15:31 +0000 The Red Cabinet offers a wide range of furniture and accessories for the home. Antique and modern pieces are included in its collection. Custom-designed bedroom furniture for children is among the company’s most popular product offerings. The Red Cabinet started out as a purveyor of mostly traditional Chinese antique furniture, opening a shop in the heart of Hong Kong’s antique row on Hollywood Road in 1997. The company has since relocated to Horizon Plaza, where a more spacious showroom allows... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093871/branching-out-red-cabinet-takes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093871/branching-out-red-cabinet-takes?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 07:15:31 +0000 Having celebrated its grand opening in March, H.D. Buttercup is one of the latest additions to Horizon Plaza. CEO and founder Evan Cole has brought one of California’s most beloved furniture retailers to Hong Kong, the brand’s first location outside the Golden State. “Already a landmark destination for design-loving Californians, H.D. Buttercup is excited to bring our unparalleled offering to Hong Kong,” Cole says. The brand’s newest outlet, in the 15,000 sq ft flagship showroom, houses a... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093866/california-chic-hd-buttercup-opens?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093866/california-chic-hd-buttercup-opens?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 07:01:02 +0000 As the summer months approach, with the school holidays round the corner, parents’ and children’s thoughts are filled with plans to make the most of the warm weather. Whether staying at home, taking trips into town or going abroad, there are plenty of ways for parents and children to spend time together. Many families use this time of year to refresh the looks of their children’s rooms – either by overhauling them entirely and installing new furniture for the growing youngsters to enjoy, or... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/directories/business-services-directory/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093787/family?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/directories/business-services-directory/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093787/family?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 06:47:10 +0000 Tequila Kola has brought eco-friendly furnishings into our homes for the past 26 years. Its latest Trendsetter line for the bedroom, living and dining rooms continues this tradition with ethically sourced, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified materials. This season, Michelle Koller, Tequila Kola’s founder and creative director, introduces six collections from the Trendsetter line, namely Montmartre, Verve, Louvre, Tempo, Orwell and Osborne. The brand describes it as “fast fashion” for the... https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2093870/trendsetter-tequila-kola-continues-26-year-tradition-fsc-certified?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/article/2093870/trendsetter-tequila-kola-continues-26-year-tradition-fsc-certified?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 06:47:10 +0000 OVO inspires this season with urban and fresh designs. The company was founded in 2000, but it wasn’t until 2004 that it opened its flagship store in Wan Chai’s Queen’s Road East. In the meantime, its offshoot, OVO ventures, has emerged, with outlets throughout Hong Kong which include OVOGARDEN, OVOCAFE, and W Hotels The Store operated by OVO. OVOSTUDIO opened in Horizon Plaza (22/F) in 2011, and was joined by OVOHOME in the same building (5/F) in 2016. OVOHOME offers custom-made furniture that... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093789/ovo-puts-natural-textures-and-nordic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093789/ovo-puts-natural-textures-and-nordic?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 06:47:10 +0000 One of the easiest ways to change the feel or look of a home is by using floor textiles. Doing so can immediately add character to a room, especially one with a wooden or tiled floor. This may explain the success of one of Asia’s largest carpet dealers, CarpetBuyer. Dating back to 1967, CarpetBuyer started as a family business on Wyndham Street and, more than 35 years later, Nadeem Butt launched his family’s venture as the first CarpetBuyer store at Horizon Plaza. From this location, the store... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093784/carpetbuyer-horizon-plaza-takes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093784/carpetbuyer-horizon-plaza-takes?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 06:37:02 +0000 Summer often stands synonymous with barbecues, swimming pools, garden parties and open-air lounging. Outdoor furniture specialist Everything Under The Sun’s latest collections combine functionality with style. One of the brand’s main objectives this summer is to infuse outdoor living with a sense of nature. The design team has combined modern materials with man-made fibres, taking inspiration from handcrafted willow and hazel hurdles. Its Cane-line Moments collection is designed by Danish design... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093783/functionality-meets-style-everything?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093783/functionality-meets-style-everything?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 06:16:56 +0000 Beds can last for at least 25 years, so they should be as comfortable as possible. To help with the selection of the correct bed, Okooko has an easy-to-use online prescription tool that takes the guesswork out of finding the perfect fit. In addition, customers can visit the store and have one of its trained sleep consultants fit them with the right mattress and support system. Because everyone is different, the Okooko sleep system is measured, fitted and tuned to the special body characteristics... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093781/no-need-play-guessing-game-okooko-beds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/business/topics/horizon-plaza/article/2093781/no-need-play-guessing-game-okooko-beds?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 May 2017 06:02:49 +0000