STYLE WITH SUBSTANCE

Tatler takes a behind-the-scenes look at the home kitchens of three chefs and restaurateurs, where professional precision meets family-centric design

By Andrea Lo

ESTHER SHAM Founder and chef, Maison Es The serene, light-filled kitchen of Esther Sham, the brains behind the contemporary French restaurant Maison Es, is a space where timeless design meets culinary functionality. Its aesthetics are inspired by both classical French decor—think elegant mouldings and Louis XVI-style chairs—as well as Hamptons-style interiors, with light, airy tones and natural textures. “I knew I’d be here for a long, long time, so I wanted something timeless and that I wouldn’t feel tired of. I wanted colour that’s neutral, design that’s classic—something very comfortable,” says Sham. The design also comes from a desire to entertain at home, for which Sham put her professional know-how to good use: “I had been running a restaurant for years when I designed this house; I incorporated my operation…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, February 2025

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