Year of Completion
2022

Client
BeCandle, Hong Kong

Material
Ceramics
Rammed Earth
Hong Kong Soil

Scope of Services
Product Design
Material Development
Ceramic Production

our land

In collaboration with BeCandle, Our Land is a family of candle holders made from Hong Kong Soil, sourced directly from 97JC+V64—the site of a landslide mitigation project at a local church in Sai Kung. This precise location, where soil is typically excavated and discarded, became the origin of a new material story.

Each candle holder pairs the earthy richness of reclaimed clay with the artisanal scents of BeCandle, reflecting a shared commitment to craft in Sai Kung. Designed to be repurposed after use, the vessels invite a second life as cherished ceramic objects.

The soil—intercepted before disposal—undergoes months of processing to become a refined stoneware body, suitable for wheel-throwing or hand-forming. What was once overlooked becomes a tactile reminder of place, presence, and preservation.

“We’ve always believed scent should connect us to a place. Working with local soil from our own backyard gave that idea a new depth. The studio’s care in transforming this material into something both functional & lasting reflects the spirit of Sai Kung we’re proud to be part of.”

Xavier Tsang, Founder of BeCandle

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