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  4. Vivid Tsuen Wan
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    21 November 2023
    What colour(s) you may associate with Tsuen Wan? For those who have recently visited there may say “multicolour”!
    (From right) Henry Lai, Assistant Commissioner for Tourism; Curators Antony Lau and May Tsang

    This summer, seven public spaces in Tsuen Wan were decorated with captivating art installations as part of the “Design District Hong Kong” (#ddHK), a Creative Tourism Project organised by the Tourism Commission of Hong Kong. Building on its initial success in Wanchai and Shum Shui Po during 2018 – 2021, the Project landed in Tsuen Wan this year. Henry Lai, Assistant Commissioner for Tourism, explained, “After Covid, our focus has been on diversifying our tourism offerings and identifying new travel destinations. With an exceptional public transport network, Tsuen Wan has a wealth of stories to share. Not only is it home to traditional villages, but also a hub of new developments and cultural happenings. The district has naturally evolved into an attraction which should be further promoted to locals and tourists alike.”

    A specially designed walking map was made available to introduce the pop-up art installations, historic heritage, as well as popular eateries and photo spots. May, a member of curatorial team, was pleased with the positive reception, stating, “We had seen tourists following the map and visiting all the installations.” His curatorial partner, Antony, added, “We named the theme ‘Vivid Tsuen Wan’ to add new colours to the neighbourhood. While visitors marvelled at the installations, they also took this opportunity to explore the charm of Tsuen Wan.”

    Drawing inspiration from the diverse characteristics in the district, Sai Lau Kok Garden was transformed into a vibrant playground of colours and an instagrammable must-see!

    Photo: 《 Prismatic 》Craig (US) & Karl (UK)

    Font design and street art turning Tai Chung Road Footbridge into a time-travelling tunnel, narrating the culture and history of the neighbourhood.

    Photo: 《 Silver Age 》Katol Lo (HK)

    Set at the Tsuen Wan Waterfront, the art installation allowed participants to enjoy the breathtaking harbour view while engaging in some cycling exercise to generate the power that inflated the wavy and colourful balloons high above.

    Photo: 《 Wavy Cycler 》KaCaMa Design Lab (HK)

    Massive murals located at Hoi Shing Garden showcasing the natural scenery and biodiversity of Tai Mo Shan, Hong Kong’s highest peak.

    Photo: 《 Tsuen Wan: Into the Landscape 》Seika Studio (HK)

    A cute sculpture at Tsuen Wan Town Hall Plaza echoing locals’ everyday routine of crossing bridges on their way home.

    Photo: 《 Homeward Bound 》 Kila Cheung (HK)

    Colourful fabric art adorning Tai Ho Road Footbridge, paying homage to the district’s historical significance as a textile hub.

    Photo:《 Closely Knitted 》Masaru Suzuki (Japan)

    Mega whale in town! Situated in the waterfront of Tsuen Wan Park, the sculpture, regularly spouting water, was inspired by the picturesque Rambler Channel nearby.

    Photo:《 Ocean Friends 》Andy Rementer (US)

    Vivid Tsuen Wan

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