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ARTA Architects - Recycled Glass Reception Screen
ALAN RESORT: Born of Nature, Dwelling in the Wild
Architectural Intelligence 2024: AIA International Conference Concludes in Hong Kong
Introducing CM Jao - Jury Member of the K-DESIGN AWARD
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The Recycled Glass Reception Screen at Hang Seng Bank Headquarters in Central, Hong Kong, showcases how circular design can redefine a corporate interior. As part of the extensive renovation of the landmark building, ARTA Architects and collaborators transformed 1,550 kg of glass, salvaged from the demolition of the bank’s former interior, into a signature feature that anchors the main reception.
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As the climate crisis intensifies, architects are being called to lead with clarity, responsibility, and measurable action. AIA members reaffirmed this role in 2019 by unanimously adopting a Resolution for Urgent and Sustained Climate Action, committing the profession to accelerate decarbonization across buildings and the built environment.
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About BEC Building• Also known as the Jockey Club Environmental Building (“JCEB”)• Completed in 1996• Located at 77 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong• Recognised as Hong Kong’s “Green Lab” for sustainable building innovation• Major retrofit and transformation completed in 2016, significantly enhancing environmental performance• Recognitions:o BEAM Plus Existing Buildings V2.0 – Final Platinum (2023)o WELL Core™ Platinum (2024)
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Honoring Design Excellence: 2025 AIA Hong Kong Awards Spotlight Hong Kong’s Architectural Leadership
AIA Hong Kong celebrated the 2025 Honors & Awards on March 6th at the Fringe Club, spotlighting design excellence and the role of architecture in shaping Hong Kong’s built environment. The evening combined an exhibition of award‑winning projects, formal presentation of honors, and a lively reception where members of the profession reconnected over food, drinks, and music.
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The HKIDA X CIFF Designer Tour, held from 19–20 March 2026 in Guangzhou, underscored Hong Kong’s growing engagement with one of the world’s most influential furniture and design platforms. Over a focused two‑day, one‑night programme, HKIDA arranged accommodation, transportation, and dedicated on‑site support for members as they attended a packed agenda of forums, gala events, exhibition visits, and a curated sharing session.
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Quality Building Award 2026 Winners Announced with Strong GBA and International Participation
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[Hong Kong, 18 August 2026] — The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS) held the HKIS Awards 2026 Presentation Ceremony-cum-Dinner on 13 August 2026 at the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel, bringing together over 370 guests including government officials, industry leaders, leaders of professional bodies, jury panel members and representatives from award-winning projects.
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The Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) marked a key milestone in regional green collaboration last week, co‑hosting a thematic session with BEAM Society Limited (BSL) at the GreenBiz HK Forum in Bangkok. Under the theme “Building Smarter, Greener and Healthier Cities: A Collaborative Initiative Between Hong Kong and Thailand and Opportunities for the Green Supply Chain in the Region,” the session brought together stakeholders from both markets to explore new pathways for low‑carbon, people‑centric urban development.
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The entry deadline for the 2026 INDE.Awards has been extended to 2 April 2026, giving practices across the Indo‑Pacific more time to refine and submit their strongest work.
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The SIA Study Tour: Tokyo – Advancing Architectural Excellence & MET Innovation marked the Singapore Institute of Architects’ first overseas architectural immersion study tour, organised with the support of SKK Singapore (https://skk.com.sg/). Held from 10 to 13 March 2026, the programme brought 23 delegates to Tokyo for a focused exploration of architectural design, practice, and internationalisation through curated building visits, expert dialogues, and cultural experiences.
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The Hong Kong Institute of Urban Design (HKIUD) successfully hosted the HKIUD Annual Dinner cum Award Presentation Ceremony for the Urban Design Award 2025 on Thursday, 19 March 2026. The event brought together over 100 urban design professionals in Hong Kong, including speakers from the HKIUD Conference held earlier that day, the Guest of Honour, annual sponsors, members, friends, and the jurors and winners of the Award.
