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[Field-Homework 3] Demolishing City: The Neon Lights

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Video Link: https://youtu.be/KmWV_6jI8HA?si=tGELkE01cvqcp-IX Director: Wang Qinghui -3036265242 Introduction The radiant glow of streaming neon lights, alongside the colossal, illuminated billboards, combined with the intricate blend of scents, visuals, and sensations, characterize a distinctive form of disorder. These components delineated the emergence of Hong Kong onto the global platform during the latter part of the 20th century, concurrently fostering the inception of a novel genre – Cyberpunk. The essence of cyberpunk primarily envisions a futuristic setting, characterized by the fusion of rudimentary lifestyles with cutting-edge technology, featuring advanced scientific advancements juxtaposed with a certain level of societal disintegration. Although cyberpunk initially

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[Field-Homework 3]_Signages and City Development

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Director name: Wang Tianyi Credits: Hong Yao Neon signage, which originated in Paris in the 1910s, uses different gases such as helium, neon, argon, krypton, or xenon to achieve colorful lighting effects. In the 1920s, Hong Kong began installing neon signs on Tang buildings to attract customers. Hong Kong’s unique combination of high-density buildings, narrow streets, and “living on top” architecture allows neon signs to extend from the walls to the road, forming a spectacular streetscape. In the 1980s, when Hong Kong’s economy was booming, the number of neon signages on the streets reached its peak, and the promotion of

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[Field-homework 3] The Redeveloped City: The Good Old Days in 1881 Heritage, Tsim Sha Tsui

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1881 Heritage: The Good Old Days Director’s name: Chu Kai Ying (uid: 3036239774) 1.Description of The Theme This video is about a girl walks through the historical building, 1881 Heritage. It was the former marine police headquarters founded in 1881 and completed in 1884, which is an outstanding landmark in Tsim Sha Tsui. This building carries several memories for the former marine police and the history are recorded in the heritage hall. Different exhibition for paintings and arts would be held in it, attracting people and audience to visit. The redeveloped 1881 Heritage is comprised of a piazza, shops and

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[Field-Homework 3] Disappearing City: Graham Street Market, Central

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Video Link:  https://youtu.be/BWN082XjED4   Text:  Graham Street Market, situated in the heart of Central on Hong Kong Island, stands as one of the oldest and most vibrant traditional urban markets in the city. Established during the colonial era in the mid-19th century, the market has been a bustling hub of communal interaction and commerce for over 160 years. Here, locals and tourists alike delve into its narrow lanes filled with stalls bursting with fresh produce, seafood, and traditional Chinese goods. Despite the relentless march of modernization, with towering skyscrapers and ongoing construction encroaching upon its space, Graham Street Market retains

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[Field-Homework 3] Leisure City: Rest Gardens, Shanghai Street

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  Hong Kong, a bustling metropolis known for its dense urban environment, has carved out spaces of tranquility known as rest gardens. These rest gardens, small public parks scattered throughout the city, offer residents and visitors a respite from the urban chaos. The rest gardens of Hong Kong are more than just green spaces, they are architectural achievements that enhance urban life through thoughtful design. By addressing spatial constraints, integrating cultural elements, and prioritizing sustainability, these gardens offer a vital connection to nature in the heart of the city.   Focusing on Shanghai Street, which located in the bustling district

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[Field-Homework 3] Fast City: Yau Ma Tei Tin Hau Temple, Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei

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Link: https://youtu.be/yeljY56V3bM?si=oweZcJq-Dw84sypq Fast City: Yau Ma Tei Tin Hau Temple, Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei Description of the theme  This video’s theme is investigating the disappearing historical building in Hong Kong, and the place that this video focusing on is Yau Ma Tei Tin Hau Temple, which is a Grade I historic buildings in Hong Kong1 and the oldest and largest Tin Hau Temple complex in Kowloon2. In addition, there are a large number of precious historical relics are preserved in the temple3. The subject of the video is to investigate and look into the fate of Yau Ma Tei Tin

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[Field-Homework 3] – Vanishing City: Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong

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  Temple Street, nestled in the heart of Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong, is a vibrant and culturally rich area that has long been a hub of traditional Chinese culture. Known for its iconic night market, street food stalls, and bustling atmosphere, Temple Street has been a beloved destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a glimpse into the city’s rich heritage and way of life. At the center of this exploration is the Temple Street Night Market, a lively and colorful market that has been a fixture in the area for decades. Here, vendors sell a diverse array of

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[Field-Homework 3] Colorful City: The Graffiti in Hong Kong

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  Introduction — Description of the theme and subject matter   Hong Kong Island is a vibrant and bustling city that is known for its eclectic mix of modern skyscrapers, traditional temples and bustling markets. But one aspect of the city that really stands out is the colorful and dynamic graffiti that can be found on the streets and buildings. From large-scale murals to smaller tags and stencils, Hong Kong Island is a canvas for street artists to express themselves and add a splash of color to the urban landscape.   The graffiti scene on Hong Kong Island is a

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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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“Gates with craved patterns in the urban fabric — city”

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“Gates with craved patterns in the urban fabric — city”                      Ma Yin Lam Minnie Video Link: https://youtu.be/IoB7BAspQSM Various cinema languages and dialogues try to discuss the roles of gates with craved patterns in collectively formatting the urban fabric in the selected neighborhood with the built environment ——Man Wah Sun Chuen. Through the predictable disappearance of craved patterns’ gates, the video also anticipates the possible deconstruction of the existing “fabric” of the neighborhood because of redevelopment (Andrew,2023). According to Yau Tsim Mong District Council (2021), Man Wah Sun Chuen is about to

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