Hang Seng Bank Headquarters Building
| Company type | Headquarters building |
|---|---|
| Industry | Banking |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Headquarters | Central, Hong Kong , Hong Kong |
| Products | Office facilities for Hang Seng Bank |
The Hang Seng Bank New Headquarters Building is a 27-floor high-rise situated at No. 83 Des Voeux Road Central, in the Central, Hong Kong district. Completed in 1991 with an investment of $1.84 billion, it functions as the main office for Hang Seng Bank. Crafted by the architectural firm Wong & Ouyang, this 137-metre tall structure primarily accommodates office facilities.
History
Previously, the location was home to the Central Fire Station before its demolition. On 29 May 1987, Hang Seng Bank acquired the site for $840 million, translating to $37,197 per square foot—setting a record for the highest land price in Hong Kong at that time.
Commissioned from Wong & Ouyang (HK) Ltd, the headquarters was developed at a cost of $1.84 billion and officially opened its doors in 1991. The banking hall was distinguished by over 190 metres of teller counters, providing more than 150 service points. A prominent element within the building is a stainless steel etched mural inspired by A City of Cathay, a famous Chinese scroll portraying everyday life scenes.
This edifice succeeded the previous Hang Seng Bank headquarters located at 77 Des Voeux Road Central, which itself had replaced offices at 163-165 Queen's Road Central.
Description
The building’s framework is supported by two concrete service cores positioned on its eastern and western sides, which are visible from outside. Floor beams utilizing post-tensioning technology extend over 30 metres between these cores, enabling expansive column-free floors. As a result, windows are absent on the east and west facades, while expansive glazing adorns the north and south elevations.
Initially, occupants enjoyed unobstructed vistas of Victoria Harbour and the nearby ferry pier; however, subsequent land reclamation projects under the Airport Core Programme and the erection of the IFC have since blocked these views.
A dual-purpose footbridge connects this building to IFC on the northern side and to Central Market to the south, integrating it seamlessly into the Central Elevated Walkway system.
Transport
Des Voeux Road features Hong Kong Tramways tracks running directly in front of the building alongside multiple bus routes. Across Connaught Road beneath IFC lies Hong Kong station, while a 230-metre walk leads to Central station. The Central Ferry Piers are accessible at approximately 400 metres distance via the elevated footbridge network.