JJ8: Hong Kong's Premier Chinese 8-Ball Center
In early 2025, XLMS designed and constructed, Hong Kong's first dedicated Chinese 8-ball center, located on Level 11 of TG Place at 10 Shing Yip Street, Kwun Tong. This innovative venue redefines the snooker lifestyle experience, blending leisure and social engagement in a vibrant setting.
Fantasy Workshop - Tiana Factory
“Baking is a way of expressing love,
It is a way to establish connections with others and share happiness.”
-Dominic Ansel
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.
Setting a New Benchmark in Green Building Development and Hong Kong-Shenzhen Collaboration: Qianhai Takes the Lead in Innovative Standard Development by Launching The Environmental Assessment Standards for Green Buildings in the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong
A ceremony was held at the Qianhai Chow Tai Fook Financial Centre to launch the Environmental Assessment Standard for Green Buildings in the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone, known as the "Qianhai Green Building Standards." This standard serves as a benchmark for the Greater Bay Area and is the first of its kind aimed at integrating green building assessment practices between Shenzhen and Hong Kong. It introduces an innovative “One Assessment, Dual Certification” mechanism, allowing a project to simultaneously obtain certification from both Mainland China and Hong Kong through a single assessment. The launch of the Qianhai Green Building Standards marks a significant advancement in the standardization of design and construction between the two regions. Officials from various government departments attended the event, including the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Department of Housing and Urban-Rural Development of Guangdong Province, the Development Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and the Shenzhen Housing and Construction Bureau. They were joined by over a hundred guests from industry associations, businesses, and academic experts from both Guangdong and Hong Kong, all witnessing this milestone moment.
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