Everything we did during Art Basel Hong Kong 2025
The House was alive with creativity throughout the week, as members in town for the event joined us for parties, panels and drinks at our pop-up bar
Thursday 3 April 2025 By Chloe Lawrance
Each year, Hong Kong plays host to Art Week, as global creatives head to the city to celebrate the industry. And, as usual, we were at the heart of action. Members and guests joined us at the House for an exciting line-up of events, workshops and collaborations to celebrate the diversity and richness of the local art scene. From guided tours and thought-provoking talks to engaging workshops and exclusive pop-ups, the House provided a space for both emerging and established artists to shine.
Read on for some of the highlights from our Art Week celebrations.
Read on for some of the highlights from our Art Week celebrations.
Wednesday 26 March
In Conversation: Suzanne Cotter, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
Director of the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, Suzanne Cotter, joined us to discuss the launch of its newly formed International Council. She described her vision for it, giving members a sneak peek into its programme of international exhibitions and artists for 2025.
House Trip: Night Central
Members gathered at the Central Harbourfront for the opening night of our special pop-up bar at Art Central, a highlight of Hong Kong Art Week. Guests enjoyed unique cocktails as they took in a special mural created by Elsa Jeandedieu, whose work explores themes of nature and human connection.
Secret Soho Sounds: WildRide
WildRide took to the stage for a special surprise performance, bringing a unique sound that blends the use of traditional nomadic instruments with electronic production. The trio brings together the creative talents of Chinese singer Yehaiyahan and the band Taiga, an electronic duo from Inner Mongolia and Xinjiang.
Club Sounds: Alex Turnbull
The evening finished with a DJ set by Alex Turnbull, a multi-hyphenate creative who went from skater to musician – and was an original member of the International Stüssy Tribe.
WildRide took to the stage for a special surprise performance, bringing a unique sound that blends the use of traditional nomadic instruments with electronic production. The trio brings together the creative talents of Chinese singer Yehaiyahan and the band Taiga, an electronic duo from Inner Mongolia and Xinjiang.
Club Sounds: Alex Turnbull
The evening finished with a DJ set by Alex Turnbull, a multi-hyphenate creative who went from skater to musician – and was an original member of the International Stüssy Tribe.
Thursday 27 March
Creativity Connections: Silas Fong
Guests enjoyed an art talk in the House’s Harbour Room with Hong Kong-born artist and educator Silas Fong, who works between the city and Seoul. Fong’s practice spans photography, installation and socially engaged projects, incorporating food and hospitality to critique artistic labour and foster connection. He discussed some of his most famous works, including ‘Bread Whispers’ and ‘SAD Kitchen’, and explored how social mobility shapes creative practice.
ODD HOUR: a unique art and dining presentation
In collaboration with Social Supply Satellite and Dflt Mode, we hosted an evening of creative expression through the lens of music collective Yeti Out’s Arthur and Tom Bray. The event captured the experimental energy of the pair, as members took in multi-sensory artworks while enjoying dishes that included Deconstructed Club Kebabs, slow-roasted pork with pitta, tomatoes and pickled red onions – an homage to an end of the night takeaway.
House Party: Yeti Out x Fiction
Following this, Yeti Out hosted a special edition of our signature party series in collaboration with Seoul-based artist and curator Ligrye (founder of Fiction Seoul, formerly known as Shade). Fiction is a powerhouse collective of DJs, performers and creatives, igniting the underground music scene with the energy and spirit of LGBTQIA2S+ culture.
Friday 28 March
Creative Mornings
For a special Art Week edition of our monthly breakfast lecture series, we explored the theme of ‘Parallel’ with Ben Cullen. The Hong Kong-based DJ and music producer discussed his inspiring journey from debt and uncertainty to success – a feat of resilience, creativity and self-belief.
Club Sounds: Wes Chen
As part of Club Sounds, our international hub for dance music, we welcomed one of China’s biggest hip-hop influencers, Wes Chen. Born and raised in Los Angeles, he has been making waves in Beijing and Shanghai since 2000, thanks to his unique approach to hip-hop.
Creativity Connections: Silas Fong
Guests enjoyed an art talk in the House’s Harbour Room with Hong Kong-born artist and educator Silas Fong, who works between the city and Seoul. Fong’s practice spans photography, installation and socially engaged projects, incorporating food and hospitality to critique artistic labour and foster connection. He discussed some of his most famous works, including ‘Bread Whispers’ and ‘SAD Kitchen’, and explored how social mobility shapes creative practice.
ODD HOUR: a unique art and dining presentation
In collaboration with Social Supply Satellite and Dflt Mode, we hosted an evening of creative expression through the lens of music collective Yeti Out’s Arthur and Tom Bray. The event captured the experimental energy of the pair, as members took in multi-sensory artworks while enjoying dishes that included Deconstructed Club Kebabs, slow-roasted pork with pitta, tomatoes and pickled red onions – an homage to an end of the night takeaway.
House Party: Yeti Out x Fiction
Following this, Yeti Out hosted a special edition of our signature party series in collaboration with Seoul-based artist and curator Ligrye (founder of Fiction Seoul, formerly known as Shade). Fiction is a powerhouse collective of DJs, performers and creatives, igniting the underground music scene with the energy and spirit of LGBTQIA2S+ culture.
Friday 28 March
Creative Mornings
For a special Art Week edition of our monthly breakfast lecture series, we explored the theme of ‘Parallel’ with Ben Cullen. The Hong Kong-based DJ and music producer discussed his inspiring journey from debt and uncertainty to success – a feat of resilience, creativity and self-belief.
Club Sounds: Wes Chen
As part of Club Sounds, our international hub for dance music, we welcomed one of China’s biggest hip-hop influencers, Wes Chen. Born and raised in Los Angeles, he has been making waves in Beijing and Shanghai since 2000, thanks to his unique approach to hip-hop.
Saturday 29 March
Art Brew with ZtoryTeller and Stephen Wong
Members and guests enjoyed an afternoon of creativity and inspiration with Alice Lee, founder of ZtoryTeller. She discussed the industry and finding inspiration with renowned local painter Stephen Wong, a CUHK fine arts graduate whose work ranges from video game-inspired landscapes to paintings that blend Hong Kong’s countryside with his memories and imagination.
House Party: Yeti Out vs Dragon Town Trap House
We were joined again by the Yeti Out team for another late-night takeover of the House. The collective joined forces with Dragon Town Trap House for an evening that featured back-to-back sets from DJs including Sinta of Double Clapperz (Tokyo), Tedman Lee, Arthur Yeti, Tom Yeti, Jerry Haha, Subez, and Holy Yam and friends, along with a live performance by Loota from Tokyo.
House Party: Rewind x Alter. Shanghai
Later in the night, Rewind collaborated with Alter. Shanghai for a performance that featured Shanghai-based DJs Wes Chen, Victor Aime and Alter. Soundsystem, as well as local DJs Tom Price, Suiki Lor, and William Lau.
See our events page to find out what’s happening at our Houses around the world
Art Brew with ZtoryTeller and Stephen Wong
Members and guests enjoyed an afternoon of creativity and inspiration with Alice Lee, founder of ZtoryTeller. She discussed the industry and finding inspiration with renowned local painter Stephen Wong, a CUHK fine arts graduate whose work ranges from video game-inspired landscapes to paintings that blend Hong Kong’s countryside with his memories and imagination.
House Party: Yeti Out vs Dragon Town Trap House
We were joined again by the Yeti Out team for another late-night takeover of the House. The collective joined forces with Dragon Town Trap House for an evening that featured back-to-back sets from DJs including Sinta of Double Clapperz (Tokyo), Tedman Lee, Arthur Yeti, Tom Yeti, Jerry Haha, Subez, and Holy Yam and friends, along with a live performance by Loota from Tokyo.
House Party: Rewind x Alter. Shanghai
Later in the night, Rewind collaborated with Alter. Shanghai for a performance that featured Shanghai-based DJs Wes Chen, Victor Aime and Alter. Soundsystem, as well as local DJs Tom Price, Suiki Lor, and William Lau.
See our events page to find out what’s happening at our Houses around the world