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The RIBA Hong Kong Chapter is launching an exciting student competition in conjunction with an exhibition to be held in the Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC) new hub, the 'DX Design Hub' at Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong, between 20 December 2024 and 20 January 2025.

‘Modern Eye──The Centennial Exhibition of Architect Chang Chao Kang’ will be held from 29 October to 13 December 2024 at 1a space, Cattle Depot Artist Village. The exhibition, originally launched in Taiwan in 2022-2023 and subsequently toured thrice, holds considerable historical significance as it returns to the birthplace of Mr. Chang Chao Kang. Mr. Chang Chao Kang, who was raised in Hong Kong, collaborated with prominent architects such as Eric Cumine and I.M. Pei. His noteworthy works in Hong Kong include the Pacific House, the former location of Chan Shu Kui Memorial School, and the Dor Fook Mansion in Pokfulam. These sites functioned as experimental platforms where he reimagined modern Chinese architecture from a novel perspective.

The Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) welcomes the Chief Executive’s 2024 Policy Address released today. With the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, the HKGBC is committed to working together with the Government and all stakeholders on the following initiatives to strive for a greener and more sustainable built environment.

To promote Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and foster a creative atmosphere by showcasing Hong Kong design, Hong Kong Interior Design Association (HKIDA) will recruit interior designers and furniture manufacturers to collaborate and co-create furniture which will be showcased at Milan Design Week 2025 and Hong Kong Interior Design Week (HKIDW) 2025.

A tour begins at the Swire Archive Centre in Taikoo Place, which serves as a repository of historical records and artifacts that document Swire’s development in Hong Kong over the past 150 years. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the vibrant community of Taikoo Place, with a focus on its public spaces, experiences, and the new bridges connecting nine Grade-A office towers.

In these two projects by the award-winning local studios Architecture Commons and Design Trust Futures Studio, we delve into the collaborative process of working with non-profit clients and government departments to innovate building forms for the public realm.

The Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA) made a remarkable impact at FIND Design Fair Asia 2024, held at Marina Bay Sands from September 26-28, 2024. The event marked a significant moment for the interior design industry across the Asia-Pacific, showcasing key initiatives such as the launch of the Asia Pacific Interior Design Accreditation Program (AP-ID-AP), the Preview of APSDA Awards 2025, and the unveiling of the CARA Initiative Exhibition.

American Institute of Architects (AIA) International Conference will be held from October 24-26, 2024, at The Henderson, Hong Kong’s newest architectural landmark designed by Zaha Hadid Architects.

Hop on “Green Building Express” towards Carbon Neutrality by 2050 Diverse Green Building Experience Activities Debut, Setting New Records for Scale and Participation

Shanghai Intelligent Building Technology (SIBT), Shanghai Smart Home Technology (SSHT) and Parking China (PKC) concluded on 5 September 2024 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Held concurrently with Shanghai Smart Office Technology (SSOT), the four shows attracted 28,295 visitors, marking an increase from last year. This number included 31 domestic and international visiting groups. Participants praised the show for fostering efficient exchanges within the intelligent building industry and for shaping the future of smart living.