[FIELDWORK REPORT] Vanishing City — Man Wag Building, by Ma Ho Kong, Qiu Xiaoyuan

https://youtu.be/YXyIox0s2Ik?si=JL4KtKEGZ35LnmI7 Transcript A: Hong Kong is renowned for its use of land at maximum efficiency. With the rise of 24-hour self-service laundry shops, the traditional laundry industry is facing decline.  I am Henry, and  here with me is Hazel. Can you discuss why this decline is occurring? (compare) And how can we tell the industry is headed toward extinction? (data) B: [Yes.] The traditional laundry industry is facing major challenges that are causing it to vanish over time.  [First of all,]  Young people are unwilling to join the industry due to low wages and demanding work. The existing aging workforce

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[Fieldwork Report] Vanishing City – Clothes Drying Rack, Yan Chi Hong & Ching Hau Sik Monique

    CCHU9034 Architecture and Film [Section 2A, 2023] FIELDWORK REPORT text transcript – Clothes Drying Rack Yan Chi Hong UID:3035565619 / Ching Hau Sik Monique UID: 3036207525   OPENING : Hong : In the vibrant city of Hong Kong, there are countless elements that make it truly unique. From space to its traditional buildings, this city is a treasure trove of culture and history. But sadly, in the fast-paced world we live in, many of these elements may no longer exist in just ten short years.   1. What is the artefact that is vanishing? Hong : Hello and

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