Sugar Cloud
Commissioner: Swire Properties
Location: Two Taikoo Place, Hong Kong
Status: Completed July 2023
Photography: Martin Cheung
The Sugar Cloud is a captivating sculptural lighting installation that graces the ceiling of The Great Room at Two Taikoo Place. Conceived as an ephemeral and iconic centerpiece, the design draws inspiration from the architect’s concept of a sugar cube, transforming it into a dynamic and multi-layered experience.
The undulating arrangement of illuminated “sugar cube” modules creates a cloud-like form that enhances the architectural space. Its form rises and falls, strategically framing the suspended rooms and accentuating the grandeur of the façade glazing.
The installation’s ethereal quality is achieved through layered translucent modules that self-illuminate and animate. This layering creates varying densities of light, offering a captivating interplay of light and shadow that changes throughout the day as natural light filters through.
A key innovation of the project lies in miriamandtom’s efficient design of the modules, maximizing visual impact while adhering to a limited power budget. Each module’s panel is secured within an intelligent frame that facilitates electrical and data connections, ensuring ease of installation and maintenance.
The Sugar Cloud exemplifies miriamandtom’s ability to merge artistic vision with technical innovation, resulting in a truly unique and captivating environment within Two Taikoo Place.
