Steve Leung Design Group Transforms China House Mandarin Oriental Bangkok
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SLD UPGRADES TRADITIONAL CANTONESE CUISINE AT THE CHINA HOUSE IN BANGKOK’S MANDARIN ORIENTAL HOTEL
Renowned design firm Steve Leung Design Group (SLD) from Hong Kong has recently unveiled their newly renovated design for The China House located at Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Bangkok. The restaurant, which specializes in Cantonese and Chaoshan cuisine, reopened its doors to the public last month after undergoing extensive renovations. With its prime location within a heritage house right by the hotel entrance, The China House now showcases a stunning and modern interior spread out across 11,840 sq ft.
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The competition for the Tampines Street 62 site was exceptionally intense, with a total of seven bidders vying for the plot of land when the tender closed in July. Spanning over an expansive area of 301,392 square feet, the site has been granted approval for the construction of up to 700 residential units. Its strategic location next to Tenet, a 618-unit Executive Condominium (EC) developed by esteemed names in the industry, Qingjian Realty, Santarli Realty, and Heeton Holdings, has further added to its desirability. In fact, these developers had recently acquired the adjacent site in August 2021 for a whopping $422 million, translating to $659 per square foot per plot ratio (psf ppr). When completed, the residents of Aurelle of Tampines will have the added advantage of being in close proximity to the vibrant community of Tenet.
According to Mai Chongchaiyo, chief creative officer of Steve Leung Hospitality (SLH), the design team at SLD drew inspiration from the rich heritage of Chaozhu and Shantao, and transformed it into a contemporary and nostalgic space. The essence of these cultures is evident throughout the restaurant and gives it a unique and modern feel.
The China House is split into two levels, with the ground floor featuring an atrium bar, lounge area, and a tea bar, while the second floor is home to the main dining hall, private dining rooms, and semi-private salons.
To celebrate Thailand’s vibrant culture and arts, SLH worked closely with local artisans and brands to create the restaurant’s interior. For instance, the atrium and staircase are adorned with large pendant lights crafted by Thai artist Saruta Kiatparkpoom, also known as PiN. The walls of the restaurant feature wallpapers from Jim Thompson, a well-known Bangkok-based silk and textile producer, and the timber used throughout the space was supplied by Siam Woodland.
To coincide with the official opening of The China House’s newly renovated space, SLD has also launched its Bangkok office as part of its “Rejuvenation, Diversification, and Globalization” strategy. This expansion will see the company venturing into new markets and taking on more projects in the future.
Among SLD’s recent projects in Singapore include The Skywaters, a mixed-use development located on Shenton Way, and the Paiza Royal Collection suites at Marina Bay Sands. With its impressive portfolio of projects and expansion plans, SLD is set to continue making its mark in the world of design.
