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Marlene Taschen opens up about her family's latest store, which is set to open a new chapter in Hong Kong's cultural scene

When art book publisher Taschen was looking at opening its first Asian store in Hong Kong a couple of years ago, the stars were about to align - both for the celebrated German company and for Hong Kong's stately new arts compound, Tai Kwun.

After being tipped off about the new multibillion-dollar development by Hong Kong restaurateur Bonnae Gokson, Marlene Taschen visited the site and "instantaneously fell in love" - and the feeling was reciprocated this summer when Taschen's 14th store materialized in the courtyard of the former Central Police Station. "It's the perfect match," she beams.