PMQ Rcube – Concrete x Resin fluid art Workshop | Central

At Rcube’s workshop in PMQ, you turn poured paint, concrete, fragrance, or dried flowers into something you can use or hang at home. The five workshop choices range from resin trays and aroma stones to a concrete candle jar, a DIY clock, and flower wall art. It’s a hands-on pause from Hong Kong’s fast pace, with a practical souvenir at the end.

I like that the projects are designed around useful objects, not just a quick craft to leave behind. I also like the choice of formats: you can make a candle with a scent you mix yourself, or try fluid art without needing prior painting skills.

One thing to plan for: some pieces need to dry for a day or two, so you may not be able to take your work away right after class. If you’re visiting Hong Kong briefly, check the drying and collection arrangements before you book.

What to know before you book

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• Five projects, five different takeaways: Pick a resin tray and coaster, aroma stone set, clock, concrete candle, or flower wall art.
• The candle workshop combines making and scent design: You create a fluid-art concrete jar and mix a candle scent using the workshop’s natural, uncut oils.
• A beginner-friendly creative session: You choose colors and materials, while the instructor helps you with the process.
• Drying time can affect your plans: An aroma stone may need two days to air-dry, and clock paint may take a day to set.
• The studio is inside PMQ: Find Rcube at S303, 3/F, Block A, in Central.
• Check the price for your chosen package: The supplied starting prices vary by project, and the headline price does not match every package price.

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Choose the project that fits your afternoon

Rcube offers five workshop formats, so it helps to decide what you want to make before you book. Each uses a different combination of materials and produces a different sort of keepsake.

The Resin Fluid Art Workshop includes a brass-color tray and a coaster. The tray comes in a round, 14-centimeter size or a rectangular 10-by-20-centimeter size, with a 10-centimeter coaster. Fluid art relies on the way mixed paints flow into unexpected patterns. You choose colors and guide the process, but the final design has an element of chance. That is part of the fun, though it also means the dried piece may not look exactly as it did when you first made it.

The Aroma Stone and Double-Layer Coaster Workshop pairs one aroma stone, shaped like a cone or pyramid, with a 5-milliliter essential oil and a double-layer coaster. It’s a good choice if you want both a decorative object and a scented element for a room. The key practical detail is drying: a finished stone may need two days to air-dry. That can be inconvenient if you are leaving Hong Kong soon, so ask about collection or delivery before you start.

The DIY Clock Workshop combines resin and concrete. The package includes a 20-centimeter clock and a double-layer coaster. It suits you if you want a piece that has a clear job as well as a handmade look. Some finished clocks take a day for the paint to dry, so do not assume you can pack yours immediately after class.

The Fluid Art and Concrete Candle Workshop is the option with the most personal touch. You make a concrete candle jar with a fluid-art cover, mix a scent for the candle, and receive a package box. The oils are described as 100 percent pure, natural, and uncut, and the scents are formulated for different uses and functions. You leave with a handmade home accessory, not simply a candle in a standard container.

The Fluid Art, Aroma Stone, and Flower Wall Art Workshop brings together three techniques: acrylic fluid art, aroma-stone diffusion, and dried-flower decoration. You create a scented wall piece with your own color and flower choices. It is the most layered project of the five, and a good pick if you enjoy combining materials rather than focusing on one object.

At PMQ, the setting is part of the appeal

The Rcube store is at S303, 3/F, Block A, PMQ, in Central. PMQ is the meeting point, so you can make the workshop a stop in a day spent around Central rather than travelling to a separate destination. The address is specific enough to help you find the studio, but give yourself time to locate the right block and floor.

Rcube is a multi-disciplinary design studio with a geometric design principle. Its products favor simple forms and natural materials, with an emphasis on durability and environmental considerations. That design background helps explain why the workshop projects are not just decorative exercises: the aim is to make objects that can serve a purpose at home.

The studio’s design work has received awards including a Red Dot Award Honourable Mention in 2014, an iF Design Award and K-Design Award in 2015, and Asia Design Prize awards in 2018 and 2019. Rcube also lists Hong Kong Smart Design Awards from 2016 through 2020 and a 2020 Golden Pin Design Award. Those credentials do not guarantee that every participant will leave with a showroom-perfect piece, but they give the workshop a clear design context.

How the making process feels

Expect a practical, hands-on class rather than a long lecture about art theory. You work with color, materials, and shapes, and the instructor guides you through the steps. The teaching style is repeatedly described as patient and clear, with help available when you have questions or want advice on color choices.

That guidance matters if you do not think of yourself as artistic. The fluid-art projects are accessible to beginners because the paint’s movement creates patterns without requiring precise drawing skills. You still make choices, and those choices shape the result, but you do not need to arrive with a practiced hand.

The class can also be a shared activity. The projects are suitable for couples, friends, and families, and children have taken part with adults. One family-oriented note puts the suggested age at around seven and up, though the supplied information does not give a formal age rule. If you plan to bring a child, confirm suitability with Rcube when arranging the session.

Allow roughly an hour to an hour and three-quarters as a planning estimate, not a guaranteed schedule. The exact duration depends on the workshop and how the session runs. A resin session has been described as taking about an hour, while another group spent closer to 90 minutes. A class has also started late when an earlier session ran over, so avoid booking a tight connection or an appointment immediately afterward.

What you take home, and what may need to wait

The finished object is a major part of the value. The workshop gives you a chance to make a tray, coaster, candle, clock, aroma stone, or wall decoration that can be used at home or given as a gift. The process itself is relaxed and creative, but the keepsake gives the activity a lasting purpose.

Drying is the main catch. Aroma stones may need two days to air-dry, and paint on a clock may need a day to set. Fluid-art colors can also shift as the work dries, so the final pattern may differ from the wet design you see in class. That movement is normal for this kind of work, but it is worth knowing if you have a specific look in mind.

If your schedule is short, ask before booking how the selected piece will be handled after class. A past arrangement involved sending a drying piece by courier at the participant’s expense. That is a useful possibility, not a guaranteed service, so confirm the current options directly.

What the price buys

The supplied package prices start at US$61.19 for the resin fluid-art workshop and the aroma stone with double-layer coaster workshop. The DIY clock starts at US$70.09, the concrete candle workshop at US$57.35, and the flower wall-art workshop at US$73.90. A separate headline price says from US$63.09, so the figures do not line up exactly. Check the live price for your selected date and package before paying.

For value, think beyond the time in the studio. The fee covers instruction and the materials for a finished object, with the candle package also including scent mixing and a box. That makes it more substantial than a demonstration or a short activity where you leave empty-handed. The value is strongest if you want a relaxed creative session and would otherwise buy a similar handmade home accessory.

It is less compelling if you are mainly looking for a low-cost way to fill a few minutes, or if drying and collection are difficult for your itinerary. There are no cancellations or refunds, and the voucher is valid only on the specified date and time, if a time is specified. Book only once you are comfortable with the schedule and the project you have chosen.

Who will enjoy Rcube most

I’d choose this workshop for a couple looking for an easy shared activity, friends who want a low-pressure creative afternoon, or a parent and child who enjoy making things together. It is also a good fit for someone who likes practical souvenirs and wants to try a new material without needing art experience.

The candle workshop is the best match if scent and home fragrance interest you. Choose the aroma-stone package if you want a smaller project with a diffuser element, and the clock if you prefer a useful object with a more substantial presence. The flower wall art is for anyone drawn to color, fragrance, and dried flowers in one piece.

If you want detailed instruction in advanced painting techniques, this may not be the class for you. The emphasis is on an approachable process, guided choices, and making a finished object, not formal art training. And if you need to carry everything away the same day, check which project has a drying period before booking.

Booking details worth checking

Tickets must be purchased at least three days before the event date, and contact details should be provided. For booking details, dates, and times, contact Rcube by WhatsApp or phone at +852 9254 1460. The studio also lists its website at rcube-design.com.

Confirmation is normally issued within minutes. If it does not arrive, contact customer support. Since the voucher is tied to the specified date and time and the booking is non-refundable, double-check your plans before you commit.

Should you book this workshop?

Book Rcube if you want a relaxed, instructor-guided craft session that leaves you with a useful or decorative object. The choice of five projects is a real advantage, and the concrete candle workshop stands out for its mix of fluid art and custom scent.

Before paying, settle two questions: which project you want, and how you will manage drying or collection. If your Hong Kong schedule is flexible, the workshop makes a pleasant creative break in Central. If you are leaving town soon, choose a piece that fits your timing or ask about delivery first.

FAQ

Where is the Rcube workshop held?

It takes place at the Rcube store, S303, 3/F, Block A, PMQ, in Central, Hong Kong. PMQ is also the meeting point.

What workshops can I choose from?

The five options are Resin Fluid Art, Aroma Stone and Double-Layer Coaster, DIY Clock, Fluid Art and Concrete Candle, and Fluid Art, Aroma Stone, and Flower Wall Art.

What is included in the concrete candle workshop?

You make a concrete fluid-art candle jar, mix your own candle scent, and receive a fluid-art cover and package box. The oils are described as pure, natural, and uncut.

Do I need artistic experience?

No prior experience is specified as a requirement. The projects are designed to be approachable, and instructors guide participants through the process.

How long does a workshop take?

No fixed duration is provided. Past sessions have taken about an hour to roughly an hour and three-quarters, depending on the project and session.

Can I take my finished work home the same day?

Not always. Aroma stones may need two days to air-dry, and clock paint may take a day to set. Ask Rcube about the timing and collection options for your chosen project.

How much does each workshop cost?

The supplied starting prices are US$61.19 for Resin Fluid Art and Aroma Stone with Double-Layer Coaster, US$70.09 for the DIY Clock, US$57.35 for the Concrete Candle, and US$73.90 for Flower Wall Art. Check the current price before booking.

How far in advance should I buy a ticket?

Tickets must be purchased at least three days before the event date. Contact details should be provided.

Can I cancel or get a refund?

No. The booking information states that cancellations and refunds are not available. The voucher is valid only on its specified date and time, if applicable.