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Home and interiors Tequila Kola
Be inspired by the bold designs and statement upholstery on display, from side tables inlaid with mother of pearl, to studded leather sofas, wooden valets and turkish light fittings. As well as its own collections, Tequila Kola stocks other brands including eico and Habitat paints and Designers Guild fabrics. You can buy straight from the floor or get items custom made. Furniture rental and wedding registry services are also available. Open 10am-7pm (Mon-Sat) and 11am-7pm (Sun & public holidays), 1/F, 2877 3295, tequilakola.com
HD Buttercup
Taking the place formerly occupied by Shambala, HD Buttercup hails from the US and its collection of furniture, floor coverings and accessories is all curated in Los Angeles. Shop a range of styles, from California coastal to luxe living, directly
TREE
Tree’s flagship store occupies the entire 28th floor and is packed with reclaimed and recycled timber furniture, colourful chairs and accessories. There’s a tailor-made service, cool kids range and vintage and modern styles to choose from. Best of all, there’s a lovely cafe and a play area for the kids - with a changing room and women’s toilet (men have to go one floor down to Level 27). The cafe serves drinks and food but is now take-away only. Retail therapy that makes you feel good? Yes, please. Open daily, 10:30am-7pm, 28/F, 2870 1582, www.tree.com.hk
from the floor - plus, items from select “manutailors”: Timothy Oulton and Sonder Living. Open daily, 10am-7:30pm (which is later than most stores in the building), including public holidays. 2/F, 2555 2997, facebook.com/HDButtercupHK
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Organic Modernism
Inject a bit of Brooklyn style into your home with beautifully crafted cabinets, chairs and stools using solid woods and metals. If your budget won’t stretch to the larger items, the lighting collection is also fantastic, as are the accessories - there’s everything from art to jewellery, rugs and cushions (think organic linens, velvets and sheepswool). A firm favourite. Open 10:30am-6:30pm (Mon - Wed); 10am-7pm (Thu - Sun & public holidays), 8/F, 2556 9499, www.organicmodernism.com
Bowerbird Home
Classic and elegant home furnishings, with a touch of chinoiserie. Shop tables, chairs and ottomans as well as artificial flowers, vases, handpainted ceramics and textiles. Best of all is Bowerbird’s beautiful collection of blue and white porcelain. Open daily, 10am-6pm, 8/F, 2552 2727.
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