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These Hong Kong designs are inspired by tradition, symbolism and sustainability

Heritage and urban living inform a collection of locally designed and crafted furniture on show in Milan, Italy, as part of Hong Kong Interior Design Week

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The Benboo lighting trio, comprising a table lamp, floor lamp and wall lamp that pay tribute to bamboo in copper, designed by Studio RYTE. Photo: Hong Kong Interior Design Week
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Nothing sparks collective nostalgia quite like Hong Kong’s historic “ding ding” trams. But could you imagine rekindling those memories in your own living room?
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Designer Eugenia Yiu did, upcycling waste glass from old carriage windows into an elegant piece of designer furniture.

Designer Eugenia Yiu, co-founder of Bill’s Design. Photo: Hong Kong Interior Design Week
Designer Eugenia Yiu, co-founder of Bill’s Design. Photo: Hong Kong Interior Design Week

Incanto di Hong Kong, the drinks cabinet produced by Yiu, co-founder of Bill’s Design, is one of 10 bespoke pieces selected by the Hong Kong Interior Design Association to showcase the city’s design and manufacturing prowess during Hong Kong Interior Design Week (HKIDW) 2025. The curated exhibition, titled “Urban Reflection”, will debut in Milan, Italy, this month, and return to Hong Kong in June.

According to Jao Cheuk-ming, co-chairman of HKIDW 2025, the collective concept explores the significance of Hong Kong’s distinctive urban landscape, where high-density living and soaring skyscrapers engender a multifaceted interplay of light and shadow. “This dynamic not only reflects the vibrant energy of the city but also highlights the intricate relationship between urban life and its surrounding environment,” he says.
A focus on sustainable materials was high on the selection criteria.
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“Furniture that incorporates eco-friendly finishes showcases a commitment to balance and respect for nature,” Jao says. “As designers we aim to craft pieces that are beautiful, durable and responsible – by using sustainable materials, we can push the boundaries of creativity.”

Incanto di Hong Kong, a drinks cabinet designed by Bill’s Design Limited that uses recycled glass from an old tram. Photo: Hong Kong Interior Design Week
Incanto di Hong Kong, a drinks cabinet designed by Bill’s Design Limited that uses recycled glass from an old tram. Photo: Hong Kong Interior Design Week
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