Interiors, Eat & DrinkDesign AnthologyHong Kong

Mean Noodles

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Mean Noodles

What do you get when a Cornell graduate architect is also a Le Cordon Bleu trained chef? You’d expect nothing less than this delectable hole-in-the-wall

Mean Noodles is the passion project of partners in life and work - Caroline Chou and Kevin Lim of OpenUU, The name is a riff on the phonetic pronunciation of the word noodles in Cantonese ‘mean’, and a play on the alternative, hipper meaning of the word, to have a ‘mean bowl of noodles’.

Tucked away in an alley in Hong Kong’s Sheung Wan neighbourhood the casual noodle shop displays the couple’s love of good design and good food. Vintage-inspired elements are the main motif — starting with the metal window and door frames that compose the façade. The nostalgia continues inside with retro-looking glazed tiles that the designers sourced in Spain. Installed in a patchwork fashion, a mix of solid colour and groovy floral patterns are reminiscent of a Batik fabric. Entirely appropriate that both the fabric and the food have roots in South East Asia.

The comfort factor extends beyond the food too — with USB outlets easily accessible from the counter seats and ladies will rejoice at hooks provided for handbags!

Text / Suzy Annetta
Images / Nirut Benjabanpot

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Martin Brudnizki-designed Fortnum & Mason Opens in Hong Kong

Located in K11 MUSEA, the brand’s first store outside of London was designed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio and marks the firm’s first project in Asia. The space, which also houses F&M’s 181 restaurant, is inspired by the Georgian architecture of the original Piccadilly store, with a touch of whimsy and old-world charm. We spoke with Martin Brudnizki to find out more about the landmark project

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Martin Brudnizki-designed Fortnum & Mason Opens in Hong Kong