Arca Sky with mural by Rebecca Lin and Carol Mui #creativehustlershk
Redefining Hong Kong’s hotel scene with a new breed of hospitality, the Arca from Yulan Group will soft open on 13th May in Wong Chuk Hang. Driven by art and design, the newest flagship destination from Yulan Group offers a commercial, arts and recreation hub that will inspire with every visit. Looking out over Aberdeen Harbour and the tranquil mountains of Southern District, the Arca is a playground for millennial explorers, discerning travellers, art and design aficionados and pet lovers.
Offering 187 chic rooms and suites specially designed to offer the ultimate contemporary living experience full of warmth and comfort, guests will also enjoy discovering curated first-class amenities such as the rooftop infinity pool, Arca Fit - the state-of-the-art fitness studio, Arca Society - a casual yet modern indoor and outdoor dining space (in full operation from mid-Q3 2021), and Arca Assembly - versatile multifunctional event & function spaces perfect for hosting your next special celebration.
Justin Ma, Founder and CEO of Yulan Group Limited, says, “With the Arca, we have set out to offer a new breed of hospitality. With art and design at its core, the Arca is a communal hub that encourages guests to express their desires and share ideas and inspiration with one another. Most importantly, the Arca is a place where people can feel like they truly belong and where they can feel completely taken care of thanks to a team that is wholeheartedly dedicated to unforgettable service. We are thrilled to announce the soft opening of the Arca and we look forward to welcoming Hong Kongers and future visitors on a special Wong Chuk Hang getaway.”
Arca Society
Designed in collaboration with local design studio Design Eight Five Two (DEFT) with the ethos of ‘every detail matters’, the Arca is the product of more than two years of rigorous bespoke design. The Arca’s aesthetic is borne from a unique combination of refined materiality and playfulness, where the building’s original concrete features are seamlessly blended with modern elements such as terrazzo flooring. Across different areas such as the multi-function hall and bar/lounge, the use of custom-designed decorative lighting, hand-picked fabrics, copper detailing, concrete plaster walls and timber furniture help define each space with a unique feel.
The main hotel entrance on the ground floor features a contrast of textures and colours as the façade’s charcoal grey bricks lead to a peach-mirrored reception desk backed by a full height wall of glazed half-round ceramic tiles, all atop a swirling epoxy floor. Guest rooms adopt a light material palette using austere, earthy tones and oak veneer, while suites are defined with a slightly cooler palette that lends plenty of ambiance. The attention to detail throughout the Arca continues in thoughtful design touches such as custom branded shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and soap packages.
Peter Lampard, co-founder of DEFT and designer of the Arca, says, “We set out to make the Arca the destination where elegant design meets a playful soul. We started by infusing playfully muted colors into raw industrial materials such as brick, concrete, and weathered steel. There were also some unique scenarios that required us to create even more bespoke design solutions. For example, for the podium facade, we devised a custom terracotta brick cladding system that flows around the building’s existing mechanical openings which effectively turns these necessities into design elements.”
Branching Magnolia Chandelier by Elizabeth Lyons
As an art and design cultural destination, the Arca presents a diverse curation of over 40 artworks by some of Hong Kong’s most celebrated artists and up-and-coming talents alongside work from the international art scene. Commissioned local works include the rooftop mural overlooking the infinity pool by Hong Kong mural artists Rebecca Lin and Carol Mui AKA #creativehustlers and the “Meet Tourist” photography series by Laurent Segretier, the Paris-based French fine art photographer, which is displayed in guest rooms. International artworks are highlighted with a sculptural lighting piece at the hotel lobby by Elizabeth Lyons, award-winning sculptor and designer from New York, Immortal’s Incline by Scottish sculptor Kirsteen Pieterse located on the ground floor at the carpark entrance, as well as a sculpture at the third floor terrace by Italian sculptor Roberto Barni.
Experience the city’s newest commercial, arts and recreation hub at Wong Chuk Hang. Located just a 7-minute walk away from the Wong Chuk Hang MTR station, the Arca is extremely convenient to get to and is ideally situated for guests to wander and explore the Southern District, a junction of urban and relaxed living next door to a historic fishing village. Enjoy easy access to the sights of surrounding neighbourhoods such as Causeway Bay, Central or Tsim Sha Tsui in just under 15 minutes.
Experience hospitality like never before by booking your stay on the Arca website: thearca.com
