Transformation of historical waterfront site on Hong Kong Island marks beginning of new legacy
One Causeway Bay, overlooking Victoria Harbour, promises cutting-edge design and premium office space in heart of city
Hong Kong is renowned globally for its harbour skyline. Gleaming skyscrapers and architectural masterpieces are set against a backdrop of imposing mountains – an ever-changing vista evolving alongside the city.
A new landmark building in Causeway Bay is set to be a distinctive addition to this skyline, and promises to mark the beginning of a new legacy in the neighbourhood. One Causeway Bay, which sits on a prime waterfront plot on Victoria Harbour, has been dubbed “a beacon of modernity and excellence” by its developer Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. Hongkong Land is to manage the property when it becomes operational.
The site, which has unrestricted views over the harbour and excellent connectivity to other parts of the city, is being transformed into a premium office and retail space that aims to set a new benchmark in human-centric design, priding itself on hi-tech features, sustainability, user experience and well-being.
One Causeway Bay sits on the plot of land that previously housed The Excelsior Hotel, an institution that for 46 years drew celebrities, residents and tourists. The land, historically known as East Point, was acquired by James Matheson in 1841. He built Hong Kong’s first godowns, or warehouses, there, earning the plot’s status as “Lot No 1” and giving the new development its name.
The new iteration of the site aims to create a legacy of its own. One Causeway Bay’s location puts it within easy reach of major transport hubs and business districts across the city. The building is a two-minute walk from the nearest MTR station, while Central is just 10 minutes by train. Meanwhile, the proximity of Gloucester Road and the Cross-Harbour Tunnel means that Kowloon is also within easy reach.
Unrivalled location
The development sits in the heart of one of Hong Kong’s most vibrant districts: Causeway Bay is a 24-hour neighbourhood teeming with restaurants, bars, shopping malls, hotels and wellness facilities. It is minutes away from Victoria Park, with tennis and basketball courts, football pitches, walking and jogging trails, quiet areas for relaxation, and a public swimming pool. One Causeway Bay also provides direct access to the newly expanded waterfront promenade, popular with joggers and families.
