TATLER
The Tatler 10: Laura Cheung
Written by Christian Barlow, photography by Edgar Tapan, July 14, 2015
We speak to the entrepreneur about starting her own business in Hong Kong, and why it’s important to always focus on the bigger picture.
It’s no surprise that Laura Cheung has an eye for beautiful things. Born in Australia and with her education including recognisable and reputable establishments such as Parson’s in New York, and Sotheby’s in London. the interior designer is the creative mind behind home décor and lifestyle brand Lala Curio, a master in hand-painted wallpaper and bespoke hand-crafted furnishings. Cheung tells us about the pleasures of running your own business and the perils of getting caught up in the small details that life throws her way:
My earliest memories of growing up in Hong Kong revolve around the notion of constantly studying or being ferried between different tutors – a rigorous education that seems tiring even to think about!
If I could summarise Lala Curio in one sentence - it is a home décor brand that revives traditional craft with contemporary humour, designed for tastemakers who take thrill in the theatre of life.
My proudest accomplishment would have to be the feeling of completing any project I undertake. I love that feeling that comes with finishing a space, curating a show, creating an event, a chinoiserie hand-painted wallpaper, a house or a restaurant. The sensation I get of being able to experience my creation coming to life is a feeling like no other – it’s what drives me to keep going.
My advice to budding entrepreneurs is nothing new, don’t be afraid to fail – the fear of failure that is inevitable with starting your own business. Failing is part of the process and problems are inevitable but it’s part of the fun when it comes to taking on new challenges. You have control over how you react to situations so remember to enjoy the moments. As in life, enjoy the journey more so than the destination.
Source: Tatler Hong Kong; https://hk.asiatatler.com/society/the-tatler-10-laura-cheung
Founder and interior designer, Laura Cheung Wolf’s house is an art itself. This place is a combination of love, family, and her view of art. Laura decorates every corner precisely by using refined decorations, chinoiserie furniture, and hand-painted wallpaper.