
CAN DESIGN Renovates One Central Macau: Redefining Luxury Retail Experience
(Hong Kong – 10 January 2024) CAN DESIGN, the emerging international architecture and design firm, is proud to announce that the firm is delivering a multi-disciplinary scope covering façade upgrade, interiors, and signage design for ONE CENTRAL Macau (OCM). This sophisticated renovation aims to revitalize the luxury retail mall and enhance the shopping experience.

JUMGO CREATIVE × BENMOO | Chǐ Foot: Form Inspires Function An Experience in Public Installations
BEN MOO, a local brand specializing in traditional custom woodworking in Chengdu, has been dedicated to customizing wood production for over thirty years. From its humble beginnings, it has evolved into a company with a comprehensive wood product line, never compromising on quality or respect for users.
The creation of the "Chǐ (foot)" installation originated from a chance conversation between Holy He, founder of JUMGO Creative Design, and the director of BEN MOO. The director mentioned an unused outdoor space next to her current exhibition hall and envisioned a unique place for experience in the hope of creating a window display effect.

Architectural Intelligence 2024: AIA International Conference Concludes in Hong Kong
The AIA International Conference 2024, held from October 23rd to 27th, brought together a vibrant mix of architects, designers, and thought leaders in Hong Kong, all united under the theme "Architectural Intelligence." Hosted by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), this year’s conference took place at The Henderson, a stunning architectural marvel designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, providing a breathtaking backdrop for discussions on the future of architecture.

Introducing CM Jao - Jury Member of the K-DESIGN AWARD
We are excited to highlight CM Jao, co-founder of Oft Interiors Ltd and a respected jury member of the K-DESIGN AWARD. A graduate of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design, CM specializes in innovative shopping malls and leisure spaces.

Eco Expo Asia 2024: Unveiling new energy innovations for a carbon-zero future
Eco Expo Asia 2024 is set to return from 30 October – 2 November at the AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, promising to be a premier event for sustainability and green technology in the Greater Bay Area. This year’s edition will introduce a brand-new “New Energy and Energy Efficiency” zone, demonstrating the fair’s commitment to advance energy production for a greener future.
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