How Digital Transformation in The Multi-Family Sector can Facilitate a Green Transition
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Flowcrete Car Park at Victoria Dockside, K11 Musea, TST
Flowcrete Hong Kong supplied flooring solutions for several areas of the Victoria Docklands development. The Deckshield range was chosen for the anticipated high level of traffic in the car park.
LUXE LIVING by THE HARBOUR
LUXE LIVING by THE HARBOUR
名鑄 The Masterpiece
Go to COSMO for fun, " new scene of content" to build China's trendy cultural utopia
In 2023, the phenomenal trend mall "COSMO Chengdu" (hereinafter referred to as COSMO) was born. A curated commercial IP that integrates retail, flash mob, event, performance, social and exhibition is the biggest dark horse of commercial real estate this year. On Xiaohongshu, China's most popular social media platform, COSMO has become a hit, with more than 70,000 notes, and "COSMO" has become one of the most popular travel words in Chengdu, along with "teahouse" and "Sanxingdui". COSMO" has become a hot word for travel in Chengdu, along with "teahouse" and "Sanxingdui".
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The Hong Kong Green Building Council’s “Advancing Net Zero: Latest Developments Symposium” Embraced by Industry Leaders Issues 65 Certificates of “Zero-Carbon-Ready Building Certification Scheme” within 6 Months
Incorporated into BEAM Plus and the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB)
for Sustainable Building Evaluation and Green Finance Development
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In a quest to explore the intersection of collaboration, cultural diversity, and architectural practice, Eric, a representative from the AIA Hong Kong Chapter, embarked on an enlightening journey to New York City. During his visit, Eric had the opportunity to delve into the vibrant design scene, engaging with three prominent architectural firms: Buro Koray Duman, Gehl Architects, and Henning Larsen. Their groundbreaking approaches to collaboration have redefined the boundaries of architectural practice, paving the way for innovative solutions in an increasingly interconnected world
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Co-organized by Allied Sustainability and Environmental Consultants Group Limited (AEC Group), CRREM - Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor, and GBA Carbon Neutrality Association (GBACNA), this webinar aims to introduce the 8-month Net Zero Real Estate Pioneers for China and Hong Kong CRREM Early Adopter Program that informs, instructs, and encourage the adoption of the CRREM-SBTi aligned decarbonization pathways in Hong Kong and Mainland China.
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In a gathering of over 400 architects, the event featured keynote speeches and more than 12 breakout learning sessions. The discussions revolved around defining the practice of architecture and advocating for the rights of architects and the communities they serve. Witnessing hundreds of architects traveling to the capital to address the needs of their local constituents, forge new connections within local and international chapters, and delve into topics of mutual interest was a truly enlightening experience. Additionally, the event introduced the term "architectural pivots," expanding the scope of architectural pursuits.
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Organised by The Hong Kong Institute of Architects Biennale Foundation (HKIABF) in partnership with The Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA), with Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) as the Lead Sponsor. The Kuala Lumpur-Nanjing-Hong Kong Roving Architecture Exhibition (the Roving Architecture Exhibition) with the theme “Harmony in Diversity - Connecting the Metropolis by In-Between” held the official opening of its final stop at the Kai Tak AIRSIDE on 23rd February 2024. The exhibition is one of the “HKIA Roving Architecture Exhibitions” series, which was successfully held in Kuala Lumpur and Nanjing last year, and the Hong Kong stop to be held at Kai Tak AIRSIDE from 23rd February to 11th March. The exhibition is open to the public for free admission.
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"Transformative Hong Kong" Exhibition is pleased to announce the next talk in the Curatorial Conversation Series will be held this coming Saturday.
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Jointly organised by The Hong Kong Institute of Architects Biennale Foundation and
The Hong Kong Institute of Architects, with Create Hong Kong of the HKSAR
Government as the Lead Sponsor, the “HKIA Roving Architecture Exhibitions”
(Roving Exhibitions series) touring in Venice, Kuala Lumpur and Nanjing last year, is
finally returned to Hong Kong. This final stop contains the response exhibition to the
“Transformative Hong Kong” Exhibition at the 18th Venice Biennale International
Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale Di Venezia with Hong Kong Arts Development
Council as Co-organiser to be held at the Central Market from today to 11th March,
as well as the Hong Kong stop of the “Harmony in Diversity – Connecting the
Metropolis by in-between” Kuala Lumpur-Nanjing-Hong Kong Roving Architecture
Exhibition which will be staged at Kai Tak AIRSIDE from 23rd February to 11th
March. Both exhibitions are open to the public for free admission.
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The SAKA Museum is one dedicated to Balinese Hinduist culture and traditional crafts in the Ayana Estate in Jimbaran, Bali. The entire interior seeks inspiration from local natural and cultural heritage in order to represent the powerful connection between culture and nature in Balinese Hinduism. From the tranquil night sky of Nyepi to water caves, volcano rocks to jasper and agate of Indonesia, Saka Museum defines each area through the translation of nature into architecture in formal and material expression. Different Balinese Hinduist motifs were also reflected in the architectural language through a contemporary lens while maintaining the essence of the traditional form.
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(Hong Kong – 24 January 2024) CAN DESIGN, an emerging architectural and design firm, is proud to announce the successful completion of its inaugural project in Mainland China – the WF CENTRAL B1 Renovation in Beijing. Entrusted with leading the transformative upgrade of this iconic destination, CAN has redefined the luxury retail experience for a new era, delivering the entrance façade upgrade, interiors, and signage design of Level B1.
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Originally opened in 1952, the State Theatre is Hong Kong's last surviving large-scale theatre and currently a Grade I listed historic building. In October 2020, Adrian Cheng of New World Development (NWD) announced a conservation project to meticulously conserve and transform this iconic building into a premier cultural and arts venue:
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At their first AIA Hong Kong event this year, they had an inspiring visit to the Zao Lab at the Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School Institute of Future Human Habitats on Friday evening.
Led by Professor Terrence Curry, AIA, the attendees were welcomed with warmth and a seminar on the ideology of Zao Lab as an embodiment of bodily experiences. AIA Shenzhen representative Chen Xi, AIA, and AIA Hong Kong past president Yimei Chan, AIA, extended their welcome to AIA members from Hong Kong and Shenzhen, as well as various international students, ranging from masters to PhD students.