On November8, 2012, over 100 senior executives from the international hotel industry, together with luxury property developers, designers, members of the media and VIPs, attended the official launch of The Language of Luxe, the first book from internationally renowned interior design firm AB Concept.

As well as receiving a complimentary copy of the deluxe limited-edition book The Language of Luxe, guests were also given a tour of AB Concept’s newly renovated atelier by company co-founders Ed Ng and Terence Ngan. Spread over almost 14,000 sq ft, the gallery-like workspace resembles a luxuriously appointed private residence with its indoor garden, separate living room, private luxury gym, kitchen and den. In addition to exclusive furniture pieces custom-made by AB Concept, classic designer chairs are placed throughout the office and rare art pieces adorn the walls.

Explained AB Concept co-founder Ed Ng: “Since 2001, AB Concept has been defining and creating luxury lifestyles. It’s only fitting, then, that our newly completed atelier should reflect the company’s design values and appreciation for bespoke luxury. We want our designers and team members to find inspiration in the workplace.”

The Language of Luxe chronicles AB Concept’s vast portfolio of work in different disciplines. Published by ORO Editions, each chapter focuses on a design element that AB Concept employs to communicate authentic luxury: Color, Craftsmanship, Texture, Form, Pattern, Scale, Light, Simplicity and Sense of Place.

Over 200 Delegates Confirmed For The Inaugural Hospitality, Design, Furniture CONVERGE Asia 2012 Conference Held In Conjunction With The International Furniture Fair

In 2nd Annual Global Excellence Awards organized by IIDA, AB Concept awarded the Honorable Mention Restaurant for the design of Shang Palace and LiBai Lounge in Shangri-la Taipei.

AB Concept wins the Top Prize at Prestigious New York Event, the ‘Best Guest Room’ for W RETREAT & SPA BALI – SEMINYAK, beating out some of the world’s best-known design firms.

The Gold Key Awards are sponsored by Interior Design and HOTELS. Winners were announced at a breakfast ceremony at the InterContinental Hotel, New York on Monday, 14 November 2011.

“These wins have special significance given that W Bali marks AB Concept’s first resort project.” Says director and cofounder Ed Ng, who attended the awards ceremony. “This latest win not only shows our versatility, but also the practicality and functionality of our designs.”

Speeches for Top Designers 23
Topic: Hotel Design

Keynote Speakers:
Mr. Ed Ng, Founder and Director of AB Concept
Mr. Patrick Leung, Founder and Principal Designer of PAL Design Consultants Ltd.

AB Concept scored one of the most coveted trophies at the recent International Hotel and Property Awards 2011. The firm won in the ‘Hotels Over 200 Rooms’ category for their groundbreaking work on the W Retreat & Spa Bali – Seminyak. Hosted by leading design magazine Design Et Al, the awards were held at Monte-Carlo’s famous L'Hôtel Hermitage with over 50 of the world’s best-known design firms in attendance.

“AB Concept is very excited to win this international award,” says director and cofounder Ed Ng. “We set out to create a unique property unlike anything else on the island. Obviously voters appreciated our vision and have acknowledged our efforts.”

In May, Ed was invited to attend the Global Spa Summit (GSS) in Bali. Held annually, the GSS attracts hotel operators, investors and leaders in the global spa and wellness industries. Ed was one of the panelists invited to discuss 'Differentiating with Design'. Speaking on his experiences redesigning the spa at the Mandarin Oriental in Singapore, Ed's fellow panelists included Sonu Shivdasani, Chairman & CEO of Six Senses Resorts and Spas.

On September 14, 2010, AB Concept will attend the HD Boutique 2010 Exposition & Conference in Florida, presented by Hospitality Design (HD) magazine, in honor of recipients of the 2010 Wave of the Future Awards. Considered an industry leader, visionary and seasoned designer, AB Concept Director, Terence Ngan, was among the seven selectively chosen designers and architects for this award.

AB Concept is proud to announce that it has been named the winner of the sixth annual Hospitality Design (HD) Award in the Fine Dining Restaurant category for The French Window - Hong Kong project. Respceted throughout the industry, Hospitality Design magazine champions excellence each year through its awards, which are vied for by designers globally.

AB Concept will be honored at the awards presentation and reception on June 9 in New York at the Hudson Theatre at the Millennium Broadway Hotel.

The French Window located in Hong Kong most iconic skyscraper IFC, was shortlisted in the UK based Restaurant & Bar Design Awards. Selected among over 100 international projects in over 35 countries by a expert judge panel, The French Window will be competing on June 22nd against 6 bespoke projects in the International Restaurant category.

AB Concept is proud to announce that it has won the prestigious US-based Gold Key Award 2009 for Excellence in Hospitality Design in two of its eight categories:

Lobby & Reception – Shangri-la's Far Eastern Plaza, Tainan, Taiwan

Casual Dining - Jen Cafe, Hotel Jen, Hong Kong

Amid internationally known and recognized firms, AB Concept was selected by a panel of industry experts from a pool of 225 projects in 24 countries and the awards were announced and handed over at the Mandarin Oriental in New York on 9 November, 2009.

AB Concept is proud to announce that it has been selected as finalist in two categories for the 29th annual Gold Key Awards of 2009:

Lobby & Reception - Shangri-la's Far Eastern Plaza,
Tainan, Taiwan

Casual Dining - Jen Cafe, Hotel Jen, Hong Kong

AB Concept is proud to announce that it has been selected as the winner in the Best Hotel Category of the 2009 IDC Hospitality Design Award for their work at Hotel Jen, Hong Kong. The award is being issued by the Interior Design Magazine China and Hotel Magazine China.

AB Concept is proud to announce that it has been named the winner of the fifth annual Hospitality Design (HD) Award in the Mid-range/Economy Hotel category for the Hotel Jen - Hong Kong project.

Since it's start in 2003, Business of Design week has become one of the most significant annual events on the international design calendar, attracting high caliber speakers and respected participants representing the best of the global design industry. On behalf of AB Concept Ed Ng, Founding Director, is sharing his experience of running a international design firm in Hong Kong.

AB Concept Founding Director, Ed Ng has been invited to participate in a design forum co-organized with Hinge Magazine, as well as delivering a speech on design trends of furniture, at the very first International Furniture Fair in Hong Kong organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and Kenfair International Limited.