Marcel Wanders 12 Nov 2009
Wanders & yoo is appointed to design boutique hotel in Hong Kong

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International branding, design and marketing company yoo is delighted to announce its appointment by Hong Kong-based property group Henderson Land Development Company Limited to design a 100 room boutique hotel on Jaffe Road in the bustling Wanchai district of Hong Kong.

The project will be the first hotel to be created by �Wanders&yoo� � a collaboration between Yoo and celebrated Dutch designer Marcel Wanders.

Creative Director, Marcel Wanders comments, �Hong Kong is such an amazing city mixed with both ancient traditional and contemporary flair � we are so excited to be working in this vibrant city�.

Chairman of yoo, John Hitchcox adds, �We are thrilled to be working with Marcel Wanders and Henderson Land to create a hotel that offers something special and unique from the other business-oriented hotels in Hong Kong�.

A restaurant, bar, gym and �secret garden� are all a part of the unique design brief.

The hotel will be operated by Miramar Hotel and Investment Company, Limited and will target the design conscious business and leisure traveller seeking a lifestyle-driven experience.

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Erica Siu/ Billy Tam Tel: + 852 2521 1498 Email:erica@impactasia.com/ billy@impactasia.com

About Yoo

Formed a decade ago by property mogul John Hitchcox and celebrated French designer Philippe Starck, Yoo (www.yoo.com) is an international branding, design and investment property company enhancing the quality and adding value to development projects in major towns and cities across the world.

The brand is represented by five core design teams � yoo inspired by Starck, Jade Jagger for yoo, Kelly Hoppen for yoo, Wanders&yoo and the yoo Design Studio; all of whom increase sales value and sales velocity through market leading design, branded marketing and by maximizing media exposure.

Over the past ten years Yoo has been working across the world with international partners on a variety of landmark buildings and large residential projects throughout Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America and the Middle East. Currently Yoo has 42 projects in 27 countries and is involved in the development of more than 10,000 apartments valued at $7 billion.

About Henderson Land Development Company Limited

Founded in 1976 by its Chairman, The Honourable Dr. Lee Shau Kee, GBM, Henderson Land Development Company Limited (www.hld.com) is a leading property group with a focus on Hong Kong and mainland China. Its core businesses comprise property development and property investment. The Company is vertically integrated, with project management, construction, property leasing, property management, and financial services supporting its businesses.

Listed in Hong Kong since 1981 (HKSE: 012), it has direct equity interests in a listed subsidiary, Henderson Investment Limited, and three listed associates, The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited, Hong Kong Ferry (Holdings) Company Limited and Miramar Hotel and Investment Company Limited.

In Hong Kong alone, the total land bank of the Group and its associated companies amounts to approximately 18.4 million sq ft. in attributable floor area. The Group also holds approximately 34 million square feet of agricultural land and manages over 180 property developments comprising a total of 70,000 residential, commercial and industrial units and shops. In mainland China, the Group has a land bank of approximately 115.7 million square feet in developable gross floor area, in addition to another 3.1 million square feet in attributable gross floor area of completed investment properties.

Henderson Land strives to add value for its shareholders, customers and the community through its commitment to excellence in product quality and service delivery as well as a continuous focus on sustainability and the environment.

About Miramar Hotel and Investment Company Limited

Based in Hong Kong, Miramar Hotel and Investment Company Limited (www.miramar-group.com) was established in 1957 and has been listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 1970. (HKSE: 71). The Miramar Group is a member of Henderson Land Group, with a diversified business portfolio covering hotels and serviced apartments, property investment, food & beverage and travel services in Hong Kong, the mainland China and the United States.

Following a US65 million transformation, the Group�s flagship hotel, The Mira Hong Kong (www.themirahotel.com) recently relaunched in the heart of Hong Kong�s commercial, shopping, dining and entertainment district, Tsim Sha Tsui. The Mira Hong Kong is a contemporary, urban retreat with 492 guestrooms and 57 suites. Design-led interiors, in-room �My Mobile� phones and free WiFi define each luxurious stay. MiraSpa, with its pool and fitness centre, plus five unique dining concepts, add to the personalised experience. The Mira Hong Kong is set to reposition the Group as a stylish, contemporary hospitality company recognised for its commitment to design and luxury.