Lai Tak Tsuen, a unique bicylindrical public housing estate in Tai Hang, Hong Kong, is famed for its striking design and historical significance. Named in honor of Michael Wright, a former Director …
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New TerritoriesHong Kong Public Housing
The Birth of the Stylish Cruciform Design: Tai Hing Estate in Tuen Mun
When one thinks of Tai Hing Estate(「大興邨」) in Tuen Mun, the first thing that likely comes to mind is its distinctive cruciform building design. This unique architectural style, with narrower upper floors …
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New TerritoriesHong Kong Public Housing
Lek Yuen Estate in Sha Tin: 1st Public Housing Estate in the District, Embracing a Sustainable Fountain Concept
If you’ve been following “Exploring Hong Kong’s Public Housing,” you’ve probably noticed that Lek Yuen Estate in Sha Tin is a frequent subject in our photos. It’s no surprise, as it’s become …
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Hong Kong IslandHong Kong Public Housing
Oldest Hong Kong Public Housing: Model Housing Estate on King’s Road, Over 70 Years of History, Preceding Shek Kip Mei Fire; Enigmatic Fate of Housing Organization
What is the oldest public housing estate in Hong Kong? This question has surely intrigued many. To answer this, one might need to delve deeply into the history of housing development in …
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Hong Kong Public HousingNew Territories
Lung Hang Estate: A Small Housing Estate in Sha Tin Between Local Culture and the Queen
Before delving into Lung Hang Estate in Sha Tin, let me first share my impression of it. To be honest, my initial impression of Lung Hang Estate was quite vague. At best,…
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Hong Kong Public HousingKowloon
Tai Hang Tung Estate in Kowloon Tong: A Low-Key and Nostalgic Presence
Compared to the neighboring “Instagrammable” public housing estate Nam Shan Estate, Tai Hang Tung Estate can be considered a relatively low-key presence. As a child, I often had the misconception that Tai …
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Hong Kong Public HousingNew Territories
Wo Che Estate in Sha Tin: Blooming Flowers beneath the Pyramid Peak, Resembling the Beauty of the Louvre
There are many public houses in Sha Tin that are worth recommending. Not only they have their own characters and look beautiful, more importantly those public housing have been designed with the …
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Hong Kong Public HousingHong Kong Island
Kennedy Town Sai Wan Estate: Over 60 Years Old, Second Oldest Public Housing Estate, Sole Housing Authority Estate in Central and Western District
Following the previous location, we have arrived to the second estate of the series. This time I will introduce an estate that is located in Kennedy Town, the Central and Western District …
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Hong Kong Public HousingKowloon
Ngau Tau Kok Lok Wah South Estate: Blue Hour Tunnel / Pantone Pink Exterior Walls with Multiple Instagram-Worthy Spots, Featuring Forest-Themed Bread
The first public housing in Hong Kong that I wanted to wander around was Lok Wah Estate, located in Ngau Tau Kok. As someone in public housing, it’s only natural that i’d …