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26
Aug 2023
(Sat)

Architect of the Future - The Future of Architecture

Event of
Humanities and Law Open Day (August 2023)
Subject
Architecture
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Date & time
26Aug 2023 (Sat)16:00 - 17:00 Free
Venue
Room 312, 3/F., Admiralty Centre, Admiralty
Speaker
  • Ms. Shannon Ho (Executive Director, Aedas) ;
  • Mr. Jango Wong (Principal, Woods Bagot)

Ms. Shannon Ho

Ms. Shannon Ho is an experienced architect, including 2 years practice in Chicago, USA. Shannon has strong architectural design sense and technical skills and is particularly experienced in project co-ordination, developing the design from concept till realization. She has successfully led and completed several integrated resort development projects in Macau and Asia. She has developed considerable expertise upon a wide spectrum of projects spanning from retail, high-end hospitality, large-scale commercial and integrated resort, to complex infrastructure development.

Mr. Jango Wong

Mr. Jango Wong has extensive experience in urban design, waterfront and mixed use development. He has been involved in a wide range of large scale projects coverage retail mall, residential and cultural development throughout Asia Pacific region. Jango's outstanding design leadership and current Kellogg HKUST eMBA candidate enable him to be the Executive Studio Chair (2016-2023) for Woods Bagot Hong Kong studio.

Enquiry
3762 0071 (dorcas.kwan@hkuspace.hku.hk)
Relevant Programmes
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Architectural Studies Professional Diploma in Architectural Studies Certificate in Rhinoceros for Designers

With the latest advancement in technology such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Computational Geometry, etc, the profession of architecture will continue to evolve and perhaps embrace technology in the future.

At the same time, the priority to address issues such as climate change and sustainability design have become paramount for the architect of the future. 

Leaders from architecture will share their views on these 2 related topics and offer a view into the future of the profession.

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION

English supplemented with Cantonese