The Beacon

Standing on a site of 614 square metres, this hotel building is located in Mongkok, a neighbourhood in Hong Kong which is one of the most densely populated places on the planet wth a population density of 130,000 people per square kilometre.

The irregular protrusions are a modern interpretation of the illegal iron balconies which were common in early post-war years in the area to acquire maximum view. A green wall that seemingly protrudes from the solid façade of the podium further connects the building with the historical cityscape.