My palette of materials consists of rattan, buri, kawayan and abaca. Each has their own texture, colour, smell and sound. You can bend, twist and weave them in endless ways. It is a feast of the senses to work with these.
Looking at the history of this District, Wanchai is dramatically creating a huge transformation over the last two years. I think Hong Kong should keep the old buildings around and keep them as is, as it adds more unique blend in today’s infrastructures. Since Hong Kong has very few modern offerings in old settings, The Pawn makes it more unique.
Each piece in Kenneth Cobonpue indoor and outdoor collections is attentively designed to demonstrate a modern sensibility and Asian sensitivity to craftsmanship and natural materials.
Mobile Art, which features artist interpretations of the Chanel iconic quilted handbag will circulate around the globe over the next two years after launching in Hong Kong.