Genesis Conversion Drives Gentrification in Hong Kong Island South

05/08/2016

Thanks go to Architect Barrie Ho for inviting students from Penn State and Hong Kong Universities to his Star Wars collection room and introducing his design strategy of Genesis. Originally built in the 80s and formerly named Good Prospect building, Genesis is Hip Shing Hong's first revitalization project following the Government's industrial building revitalization campaign. The new commercial complex is dedicated to providing new office and retail space combined with comprehensive services and versatile facilities.

Mr. Ho shows his collection of Star Wars memorabilia to the students. Image: BWPI

Use the Force, Luke. Image: BWPI

Architect Barrie Ho introducing his development strategy for Genesis. Image: BWPI

The whole 4th floor is designed as tenant common area along with outdoor deck. Image: BWPI

Students enjoy the playfull interior decor. Image: BWPI

Revamped at a cost of over HK$200 million, Genesis has 240,000 sq.ft. of commercial space spread across22-stories. Eighteen floors are designed for office use while the remaining four are for retail.

The complex is equipped with an Italian designed clubhouse and open deck spanning over 30,000 sq. ft. that are prefect for product launches, press conferences & cocktails. Also available are dedicated workout zones, kid's zone, plus events and meeting areas.

 

ADC Artspace on the 12th floor has attracted a number of talented artists with affordable studios. image: BWPI

Thanks to Thomas for introducing the Artspace to the students. Image: BWPI

The "ADC Artspace",located at 12/F, Genesis, is the first Arts Space project of the Hong Kong ArtsDevelopment Council. It aims to provide creative arts studios for local visual and media artists, particularly emerging ones, in below-market rental.

The total floor area of the art space is about 10,254 ft²,providing 17 individual studios. A number of talented artists have already moved in since 2014. The artists are from different disciplines including but not limited to painting, sculpture, photography, sketching, video, ceramic,installation, etc. Artists could interact and explore collaboration with each other so as to facilitate their professional development.

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