This bench was painstakingly made from a Chinese banyan tree “Ficus macrocarpa (Golden Leaf)” at the Gold Coast Hotel, which had fallen over due to strong winds and rain. This banyan species is native to Hong Kong and is immediately recognizable by its dense, board foliage crown and the many bearded aerial roots that hang down from its branches.

Its broad canopy not only provides shade for people, but is also a valuable habitat for birds. In collaboration with HK Timberbank, an eco-social enterprise specializing in “R3-Recycle – Redesign – Relink”, we were able to give the fallen tree a new life by transforming it into a beautiful and functional piece of furniture.

At Hong Kong Gold Coast Hotel, we are committed to the principles of conservation and sustainability. By taking a moment to relax on these benches, people can appreciate their origins in nature and support us in our mission to create a more sustainable future.

Category:Green ProductsYear:2024Designers:HK TimberbankManufacturer:Sino Group, Hong Kong, SAR