Completed in 2019, Sweda CoWork is a Hong Kong–based shared office space located in the Lai Chi Kok industrial district. Spanning 8,000 sq ft, the project was conceived as a modern co-working hub with an operational model similar to global benchmarks such as WeWork, yet tailored to the local context. The design strikes a balance between functionality and aesthetics, creating an energetic and welcoming environment for startups, SMEs, and corporate users alike.
The facility integrates private offices with open-plan workspaces, breakout lounges, and extensive shared amenities. A six-month renovation transformed the industrial floor plate into a vibrant, collaborative hub, featuring all-new infrastructure systems, including HVAC, fire services, drainage, and restrooms. Sweda CoWork positions itself as both a flexible workspace provider and a semi-private headquarters solution for local enterprises.
2019년에 완공된 Sweda CoWork는 홍콩 라이치콕 산업지구에 위치한 공유 오피스 공간입니다. 약 8,000평방피트 규모로, 글로벌 벤치마크인 WeWork와 유사한 운영 모델을 기반으로 하되, 지역적 맥락에 맞게 조정된 현대적인 코워킹 허브로 설계되었습니다. 디자인은 기능성과 미학을 균형 있게 결합하여, 스타트업, 중소기업, 그리고 기업 사용자 모두에게 활력 있고 환영받는 환경을 제공합니다.
시설은 개인 사무실, 오픈 플랜 업무 공간, 라운지 공간, 다양한 공유 편의시설을 통합합니다. 약 6개월간의 리노베이션을 통해 기존 산업용 평면을 생동감 넘치는 협업 허브로 탈바꿈시켰으며, 냉난방(HVAC), 소방, 배수, 화장실 등 모든 인프라 시스템을 새롭게 구축하였습니다. Sweda CoWork는 유연한 업무 공간 제공자일 뿐 아니라, 지역 기업들에게는 반(半)사설적인 본사 역할을 수행할 수 있는 솔루션으로 자리매김하고 있습니다.
Project details
Signature materials
Bold yellow and grey fabric wall panels
Cloud-inspired pendant lights
Minimalist reception with timber detailing
Lounge furniture in soft velvet finishes
Integrated café-style pantry with accent lighting
Construction Duration
~6 months
Location
Lai Chi Kok District, Hong Kong
Area
8000 sqft.
Year
2019
CONCEPT & DESIGN INTENT
The design vision was to reinvent an industrial-level floor plate into a lively co-working community. By blending functional layouts with bold color palettes, the environment fosters creativity, collaboration, and productivity.
SPATIAL STRATEGY / PLANNING LOGIC
The floor plan integrates:
A large reception and waiting lounge
Private offices and meeting rooms for individual companies
Open-plan shared work areas
Pantry and café bar for social interaction
Event/presentation area with modular seating
This layered approach ensures flexibility for both independent professionals and corporate tenants.
GALLERY
MATERIALITY & DETAILING
A vibrant interplay of yellow, grey, and neutral tones defines the space.
Acoustic wall panels offer both sound control and visual dynamism, while playful, cloud-inspired lighting installations add warmth and character. High-quality finishes and ergonomic furniture elevate the user experience.
PROJECT GOALS & OUTCOMES
The project sought to:
Deliver a competitive local co-working alternative to international operators
Create a welcoming, energetic atmosphere for users
Provide both communal interaction zones and private enclosed offices
Reinforce Sweda CoWork’s brand identity as a youthful, modern, and reliable workspace provider
COLLABORATION & CONSTRAINTS
The retrofit required a comprehensive overhaul of MEP services (air conditioning, fire protection, drainage, etc.) within an existing industrial building structure. Our design and construction teams collaborated closely with building management and contractors to ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining the original design intent.
SWEDA COWORK
LAI CHI KOK
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