moving to HK, condo with large(r) rooms?

hello all!

My girlfriend and I will be moving to HK in May and will need an apartment. I will be working in Cetral, Jardine House, and a short commute is a priority for me. So HK island it is I guess.. Central, Kennedy Town, pok fuh lam?

Budget wise we will be willing to spend upto 35k per month, cheaper would of course be nice if something matching our criteria can be found.

I have heard that apartments in HK generally have very small rooms, bedrooms in particular and rather many of them..

We will only need 2 bedrooms, but would like to have a spacious (by HK standards) unfurnished apartment, with realtive large bedrooms and living room. open style kitchen will be ok!


Other preferences:

modern / minimalistic design

nice view - sea view would be ideal (high floor?)

balcony

facilities, pool, gym etc would be nice!


does anyone know of a development/condo matching the above?


all ideas and suggestions are highly appreciated!


Allan

You may want to consider Pokfulam. Prices are slightly lower than the south side of the island and the sea views are fantastic. I am sitting at my computer right now looking out at the South China Sea and several boats passing by.


I spent the first 8 years of my life in Hong Kong in Mid-Levels. Although I love Mid-Levels for its proximity to Central, Pokfulam can not be beat for quality of life. Cyberport is very close -- it offers nice restaurants, movie theaters and a very dog friendly park -- plus getting to Central is easy. I would say that prices are fairly comparable to Mid-Levels, but with a view. Good luck in finding the right place for you.


Btw, Bel Air in Pokfulam has everything you have asked for.