10 LASALLE

10 LaSalle rests on a corner site in Hong Kong’s covetable low-density neighbourhood of Ho Man Tin, where the presence of numerous elite schools has cultivated a rich academic culture in the community. The slender 19-storey single block is oriented to maximize the angle of view towards the famous Lion Rock and nearby cityscape, further facilitated by large glass windows letting in generous sunlight. The tower is set back from the street to mitigate the blocking of views by nearby buildings, especially for lower units, while reducing any street canyon effects. The use of materials (aluminium and granite), texture (shiny and sculptural) and colour palette (bronze and light grey) are strongly associated with ‘contemporary’ in style and ‘craftsmanship’ in details.