An important waterfront site in Singapore's history makes way for a modern hotel that embraces the many heritage elements to fulfil a modern role.

Andre Fu imparts a philosophical agenda to the design and flow of the Upper House, creating an urban calm amidst the madding crowd of Hong Kong's Pacific Place.

Designed by Hong Kong designer Andre Fu of AFSO, 117-room hotel is Swire Hotels' first property launched in Hong Kong. Company to open third property EAST in January 2010, also in the Chinese administrative region.