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[Field-Homework 3]: Disappearing City: Capturing the Fading Essence of Hong Kong’s Graham Street Market

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YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/R_9yfYnLiMc?si=-hONxGbcgwAtujkzArchitecture and Film Video Essay + Comments Stefaniia Korolkova 3036276681 Transcript (847 words) Script and Notes: Locations: Graham Street Market: Stanley Street, Gage Street, Central-Mid-Levels Escalator, Stone Slab Street Subject: In the heart of Hong Kong, amidst the towering skyscrapers and bustling streets, lies Graham Street Market—a cultural icon and a testament to the city’s rich heritage. However, beneath its vibrant facade lies a poignant narrative of change and evolution, as the market grapples with the forces of modernization and urban development that threaten its very existence. Graham Street Market, located in the Central district of Hong Kong,

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[Field-Homework 3] Fallen Faith: Hung Shing Temple

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CCHU9034 Final Video Essay Director: 3036267197 Ning Yu Xuan The Fallen Faith Hung-Shing Temple Video Link:https://youtu.be/bLa-5X1w1AY The tale tells that in the Tang Dynasty (618AD–907AD), there was a man called Hung Hei, who was the alderman of Canton, also known as Guangzhou. Hung Hei was a Renaissance man who demonstrated proficiency in astronomy, geography and mathematics. He was renowned for his integrity and beneficial policies towards local people. It is said that he built an observatory to predict forthcoming weather in order to protect sailing fishermen. However, his endless tasks became a burden on his health, and he passed away

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[Field-Homework 3] Dynamic City: Tsuen Wan Town Hall

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[Field-Homework 3] Dynamic City: Tsuen Wan Town Hall   Director: Chan Long Hei One photo from https://www.lcsd.gov.hk/tc/twth/40a/town.html was featured in the video.   Video link: https://youtu.be/kxMFTESChwo?feature=shared The Tsuen Wan Town Hall (below as TWTH) is part of a series of infrastructural buildings built during 1970s to 1980s, such as the Tsuen Wan Multi-Storey Carpark, Tsuen Wan Magistrates’ Court, and Tsuen Wan Market.¹³This 1980 established building adopts a simple functionalist cuboid shaped design, with minimalist windows allowing natural light. Its dull grey and dirty white exterior results in an overall inconspicuous appearance. It houses an Auditorium, Cultural Activities Hall, Exhibition Gallery,

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[Field-Homework 3] Demolition City: Tudi Gong 3036193059

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Demolition City: Tudi Gong  HO Tsz Hei 3036193059 Video link:https://youtu.be/-LaDcIjKZkY Background  It is not difficult for us to locate red cabinets on the street’s ground level in our daily lives. These are called “Tudi Gong Spirit tablets” (土地公神位), which translates to “Earth god” in English. Since there were numerous Tudi Gong Spirit tablets outside of the shops during my fieldwork, I decided to use Tudi Gong as a theme to look into both the tangible and intangible effects of Tudi Gong’s demolition. Tangible: the present condition of the Tudi Gong spirit object and site, such as temples and tablets. Intangible:

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[Field-Homework 3] Inconspicuous Alleyway in City: Sheung Shui, Shek Tong Tsui

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YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/tsND-fmgHOI Directed & Produced by — Ye Tsz Yu (3036075702) “Alleyways in Asian metropoles can be spaces of refuge, vibrant communities, collective memory, mosaic-like identity formation, through traffic and shortcuts, and dense, conflict-laden interactions between the established residents and newcomers.” (Bultmann 225) Description of the theme Hong Kong is an international city with rapid development, which has a close relationship with an alleyway. As alleyway is the backstage of a city which supports development of that, I argue that alleyway is inconspicuous in the city due to the fast speed of the city — in terms of the

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[Field-Homework 3] Two-faced City: Man Wah Complex, Jordan

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Video link: https://youtu.be/wE_0UyJrJb8   Director name: Cheung Chun Yu 3036228385   The theme of this video is “ Two-faced City”. The site of the video is located at Man Wah Complex in Jordan. Since the redevelopment of Man Wah complex was announced recently, the unique lives of people in this old private estate will vanish in the upcoming future. Similar to other old districts, the conditions of Man Wah complex are not very good. Being ravaged by time, the buildings and the space are dilapidated. Especially when compared to the newly developed district, Man Wah complex is relatively “unfriendly” to

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[Field- Homework3] – Hybrid City: Man Wah Sun Chuen

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link for the video: https://youtu.be/MQKeyBHxCn0 Hybrid city: Man Wah Sun Chuen Canopy, an element that might vanish soon due to safety reasons and misuse of the structure, is showcasing human ingenuity to reimagine spaces. It is suspected that canopy might be vanished because of  big cracks appearing on the surface, having safety risks. Also, there are supporting metal structures to bear the weight of the additional objects on the canopy due to misuse of the canopy. In this video, we will look into the common practices for residents in utilizing these areas, discover how residents and shop owners use the

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[Field-Homework 3] Disappearing City: Tradditonal Bakeries

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Video Essay Link: https://youtu.be/FSxzPgGSrV0 Introduction:  Many of Hong Kong’s cultural experiences and gems, once staples, now remain as a few traditional spots and pockets of culture. These irreplaceable third places include dai pai dongs, neon lights, cafes, and most notably local bakeries. In the past decade, these mom-and-pop shops have gone away, leaving behind the local culture and countless networks of friendships spanning generations that revolved their lives around it. In other words, losing these local bakeries is more important than losing tangible neon signs and historical buildings because it will leave Hong Kong bare of cultural heritage. In August

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Fieldtrip Report Transcript

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…so we’ve talked about how spaces in Mong Kok have been vanishing, spaces like buildings, or architecture. What place have we found interesting in Mong Kok that is vanishing? It is interesting that we found a place called Shing Fung Hong, which is a joss money shop located in MK Canto Road with over 20 years of history. Yeah, I believe it sells joss money and incense, they’re items used in traditional Chinese religious and ancestral worship practices. What is joss money actually? Joss money, also known as “spirit money” or “ghost money,” is a type of ceremonial currency that

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Field work: Vanishing City: Hawker Stalls

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Youtube link: https://youtu.be/mAoBVGyx5Wk Transcript: F: Hello, welcome back to another series of old vs new Hong Kong! I am Fathima and this is Angie, A:  Today we’ll be discussing Hong Kong’s charms in the old local neighbourhood of Mong Kok.  F:  Hong Kong itself is a beauty and it has created new and old stuff. We shall talk about one of the places of Mongkok today, Shanghai street. A: A well-known thoroughfare among Hongkongers is Shanghai Street, which is lined with eateries and hawker stalls. From newly constructed, contemporary buildings to antique shophouses.  F: The hawker stalls that you mentioned

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