Echoes of Toscana in Discovery Bay Sales Gallery

A Sophisticated Lifestyle, Inspired by Nature

The overarching design concept is inspired by Toscana, Italy, with the goal of creating a "peaceful getaway" for visitors. The design aims to recreate the feeling of a sophisticated Tuscan home by using elements of nature, rich earth tones, and textured surfaces. The target clientele for this development are young families and middle-class individuals seeking a quality and sophisticated lifestyle.

A key architectural element drawn from Tuscan architecture is the arched window frame, which is used to symbolize a combination of functionality and aesthetics. The color and material palettes are consistent with this theme, featuring naturally found, soothing earth tones like grey leather, limestone, camel-colored leather, Italian marble, and silver travertine. The inclusion of bronze material is meant to symbolize fine craftsmanship and the luxury living offered at the development.

The proposed zoning plan details a variety of functional spaces, including a reception area, a central model zone, a cafe with an outdoor patio, VIP meeting rooms, and a virtual demonstration dark room. The design also incorporates a unique "Gym Everywhere" concept, with an area on the outdoor patio dedicated to trying out biophilic gym equipment, enhancing the connection to nature and a luxury lifestyle. Detailed renderings and mood boards for each area visualize the final design, from the material callouts at the reception to the furniture options in the VIP rooms.

The proposal extends its detailed design ethos into more private spaces. A dedicated corridor, featuring arched doorways and pattern carpet, leads clients to several VIP and meeting rooms. These rooms show intimate and luxurious settings, finished with materials like timber veneer and wallcoverings to provide a comfortable environment for sales discussions. This meticulous planning is further underscored by the detailed model checklist, which specifies the scale, table height, and purpose of each architectural model, ensuring a clear and informative presentation for prospective buyers

By consistently applying key architectural elements like arched frames and a carefully curated palette of natural materials such as limestone, Italian marble, and rich leathers , the design creates a soothing and calming atmosphere for its target clientele of young families and the middle class. Every zone, from the public reception to the private VIP rooms , is crafted to embody a "sophisticated lifestyle". Ultimately, this proposal delivers more than just a sales office; it offers a fully immersive experience designed to feel like a "peaceful getaway," giving prospective buyers a tangible preview of the quality of life awaiting them at the development.

PROJECT INFO

Nature: Sales Gallery - Residential Development

Location: Hong Kong

Client: HKRI

Completion: 2025