The Kyra Lounge – a new-to-market brand developed by Airport Dimensions, SSP, and Travel Food Services (TFS) – has opened at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA).
Strategically located off HKIA Terminal 1’s central concourse by Gate 23, Kyra Lounge spans 744m2 and accommodates over 150 guests.
Kyra Lounge will be included as part of the Priority Pass network, as well as the LoungeKey network. The lounge is also available to all Hong Kong International Airport traveller through the purchase of entry online or at the lounge.
Developed in collaboration with leading design firm Studio 5 International, the interiors draw inspiration from the daily cycles of the sun and the natural world. Each area of the lounge is designed to offer a variety of energy levels to suit all guests, while the colour scheme, from warm beiges through to dark greens, captures the beauty of sunrise to sunset.
There are dedicated relaxation areas and productivity zones, including a sound-proof booth, and the space showcases artworks from Hong Kong-based collective The Chinese Dictionary.
Meanwhile, the F&B menu by SSP includes classic Chinese congee, Cantonese dim sum like barbecue meat bunds and curry fishballs, as well as Western-inspired dishes such as a hearty baked macaroni cheese, or a light couscous salad
The well-stocked bar offers a full range of premium beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks, alongside a cocktail and mocktail menu designed for Kyra. Guests can sample alcohol-based creations such as the “Fragrant Harbour”, inspired by Hong Kong’s landscape and rich history as a trading port, or the “Kowloon Sunrise” mocktail made with ginger syrup as its base.
In a nod to sustainability, solar fins have been installed on the windows to help regulate temperature within the lounge, reducing the need for air conditioning and energy consumption. Additionally, the lounge features a daylight harvesting system, where this “open-loop” lighting control adjusts artificial light intensity based on the availability of natural light, leading to significant energy savings.
Kyra Lounge also incorporates regionally manufactured furniture – reducing the carbon footprint of long-distance transportation – while the statement central bar is made from reclaimed typhoon-damaged wood.
Wing Yeung, general manager, terminal operations, Airport Authority Hong Kong said in a statement: “Passenger traffic at HKIA during the recent peaks has recovered to about 80 per cent of the pre-pandemic level, and is expected to fully recover by the end of this year. As our traffic continues to grow, the opening of Kyra Lounge, with its brand new furnishes and delicate gourmet offerings, would further elevate the travel experience at HKIA and provide more options for our passengers to leisurely unwind, recharge, and prepare for their journeys.”
In recent years, Fehlinger has been co-managing director of Lufthansa Cityline and managing director of the new airline Lufthansa City Airlines.
With a career spanning over 20 years in the hospitality industry, Larsen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from across Greater China, Japan, Vietnam and Europe to his new role.
Based in Seoul, South Korea, he will be responsible for over 70 operating properties across 16 brands in South Korea, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
Williams was previously responsible for asset management, sustainability and safety at Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr Stadium and Dunedin Town Hall. During his tenure, these venues played host to some of New Zealand’s biggest events, including All Black rugby tests, FIFA World Cup games and major international concerts, as well as a wide range of conventions and meetings.
Williams also has a background in managing major infrastructure and large buildings for significant manufacturing businesses.