Tsim Sha Tsui K11 MUSEA｜K11 MUSEA Unveils “MUSE STUDIO”: A Boundary-Defying Art, Design & Music Playground Blending Global Contemporary Art with Skyline Soundscapes

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Across the world’s leading cultural capitals, art, design and music are increasingly merging into immersive, multi-sensory experiences – dissolving the boundaries between exhibition halls, concert venues, and social spaces. This spring, cultural-retail landmark K11 MUSEA taps into this global movement with MUSE STUDIO, an art, design and music campaign that reimagines how contemporary culture is experienced. From museum-grade exhibition to skyline music festival, sake and music pairing concert and jazz-infused cinema nights, to global debut of designer collaborations and exclusive F1 showcases, MUSE STUDIO transforms K11 MUSEA into a dynamic cultural playground.

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Encounter: Yukimasa Ida’s Explosive World of Contemporary Art

Kicking off MUSE STUDIO is the latest solo exhibition by Yukimasa Ida, one of the most celebrated artists in Japanese contemporary art, presented at Gold Ball, K11 MUSEA’s dedicated art space championing emerging artists and artistic innovation. The exhibition is curated with Villepin, the modern gallery known for advancing avant-garde global voices, reflecting a shared vision to present Ida’s dynamic practice to Hong Kong audiences.

Rooted in the Japanese philosophy of Ichigo Ichie (一期一會) — “a once-in-a-lifetime moment” – Ida’s work captures fleeting encounters, emotional intensity, and the impermanence of existence through explosive brushstrokes and layered abstraction. His paintings and sculptures transform transient moments into powerful visual narratives, bridging memory, perception, and time.

Ida’s works are highly sought after by global collectors and cultural icons, including Jay Chou, Leonardo DiCaprio, Yusaku Maezawa, and T.O.P. His international acclaim spans collaborations with Dior, major museum exhibitions such as Picasso Birthplace Museum, Kyoto City Kyocera Museum of Art, and Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, as well as features in Forbes Japan’s 30 Under 30.

This exhibition marks Ida’s latest solo presentation in Hong Kong, featuring a selection of new works unveiled to the public at a unique location, offering audiences an intimate encounter with one of Asia’s most dynamic contemporary artists.

Art Exhibition by Yukimasa Ida

Date: 25 March – 12 April 2026

Location: 2F, Gold Ball, K11 MUSEA

Dancing Above the Harbour: Social Club Series Returns with Odyssey: City in the Sky 

Following last year’s overwhelming success, Social Club Series returns to K11 MUSEA with the highly anticipated Odyssey: City in the Sky, an upgraded outdoor music festival set against the breathtaking skyline of Victoria Harbour.

Renowned for redefining Hong Kong’s daytime party culture, Social Club Series once again joins forces with K11 MUSEA to create a multisensory journey through sound, space, and human connection. The Sculpture Park transforms into an elevated playground, blending electronic music, panoramic harbour views, and immersive crowd energy – amplified by a newly upgraded DJ lineup that brings a roster of internationally acclaimed selectors to Hong Kong, many performing in the city for the first time.

DJ Line-up Highlights:

●      HILLS (US) – Global headliners with over 1 million monthly Spotify listeners, performing in Hong Kong for the first time, with their bass-driven tech house sound and high-energy performances.

●      SIANGYOO (Philippines) – Award-winning DJ and producer with over 2 million TikTok followers, a genre-blending crowd favourite, seamlessly mixing hip-hop, R&B, house, EDM and throwback anthems.

●      MINA (US) – A fast-rising talent known for her smooth transitions, sharp selections, and infectious energy, making her Hong Kong debut.

●      Seth Gutiérrez B2B Hansel - Named Hong Kong’s Best DJ 2023, Seth Gutiérrez joins forces with rising talent Hansel for a special B2B set.

●      Daniel Boswarva –From South Africa, a rising force known for groove-driven, high-energy sets.

With last year’s edition drawing record crowds and glowing feedback, Odyssey: City in the Sky promises an even more exhilarating return–elevating the party experience through music, atmosphere, and unforgettable harbourfront moments. Tickets are available now with limited inventory.

Social Club Series Odyssey: City in the Sky

Date: 28 March 2026

Time: 3pm – 8pm

Location: 6F, Sculpture Park, K11 MUSEA

Ticketing: https://bit.ly/OdysseyCityintheSky

Sake in Stereo: A Multi-Sensory Encounter of Music, Memory & Emotion

Making its debut at MUSE STUDIO, Sake and Music Pairing Concert “SWEET, SOUR, TEARS” is brought to life by the Lonely Heart Sake Social Club, a collective exploring the stories behind sake and songs.

t its heart, the concert is about stories–every bottle of sake, every song holds one. Lonely Heart Sake Social Club brings stories together, pairing Japanese craft sake with music to let visitors taste and feel the history, care, and emotion behind each creation. From the quiet traditions of breweries and the visions of master brewers to the personal narratives woven into Cantopop songs, each sip and note is part of a shared journey.

Audiences will experience live performances by local bands The Hertz and PER SE, where melodies and sake meet to create moments of release, quiet wonder, and shared feeling.

Lonely Heart Sake Social Club: Sake and Music Pairing Concert

Date: 12 April 2026 

Time: 3pm – 6pm 

Location: 6F, Sculpture Park, K11 MUSEA

Ticketing: https://bit.ly/sweet-sour-tears

When Jazz Rewrites Wong Kar Wai’s Cinematic Romance Through Live Jazz 

Hong Kong based creative studio Gentle Pause and Fountain de Chopin, a Hong Kong jazz collective dedicated to making jazz approachable, join hands to curate a poetic cultural collaboration inspired by Wong Kar Wai’s iconic film Chungking Express. Part of their cinematic-meets-live-jazz series, Jazzing Cinema, 

the experience reimagines the film’s dreamlike urban romance through live jazz reinterpretations, transforming the Sculpture Park into an atmospheric outdoor stage of sound, light, and emotion.

Blending cinema, jazz, and cityscape, this two-night experience offers audiences a contemplative pause, inviting them to reconnect with storytelling, rhythm, and the magic of fleeting encounters.

Gentle Pause Jazzing Cinema: “Chungking Express”

Date: 1–2 May 2026 

Time: 6pm – 7:30pm

Location: 6F, Sculpture Park, K11 MUSEA

Ticketing: https://www.hkgentlepause.com (to be released on 23 March)

A Global Fashion Milestone: Bosideng AREAL Pop-up Store, co-designed by Bosideng x Kim Jones

MUSE STUDIO serves as the stage for a significant industry milestone: the global debut of the Bosideng AREAL new collection, co-designed by the renowned British cross-disciplinary design genius Kim Jones and global down jacket expert Bosideng.

Distinguished by his tenure at the world’s most prestigious luxury houses, Jones is famous for his design language that adeptly balances functional practicality and cultural context. This AREAL new collection, driven by the design philosophy "AREAL FOR EVERYONE," explores limitless possibilities for multi-scenario styling. This bespoke space offers a deep dive into his practical yet refined design philosophy. Visitors can observe firsthand how one of the industry's most influential figures reimagines modern outerwear for a sophisticated audience.

Global Debut of Bosideng AREAL Pop-up Store, co-designed by Bosideng x Kim Jones

Date: 26 March – 7 April, 2026

Location: G/F, Promenade, K11 MUSEA

Adrenaline Reimagined: Gate.com x Red Bull ‘Racing the Future’ Exhibition

In a rare regional appearance, Gate.com joins forces with the legendary Oracle Red Bull Racing to present a showcase of elite automotive craftsmanship. Rather than viewing the track through a traditional lens, this interactive display explores the intersection of digital progress and precision mechanics.

Fans can get up close with the all-new 2026 static race car and a massive Max Verstappen driver helmet installation. The gallery also features authentic racing suits and equipment from the four-time World Champion and rising star Isack Hadjar. It is a celebration of "mechanical aesthetics," bringing the roar of the paddock to the serenity of the Victoria Harbour skyline.

Gate.com x Red Bull “Racing the Future” Exhibition

Date: 17 – 25 April, 2026

Location: G/F, Promenade, K11 MUSEA