Tai Hang Architectural and Heritage Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION
Architectural styles evolve with the times, serving as tangible records of society and historical development. Architectural researcher Dr Charles Lai will lead participants through the streets and alleys of Tai Hang, tracing the neighbourhood’s transformation from early traditional Hakka village houses and pre-war tong lau (tenement building) of the early 20th century to the modern urban architecture of today.
As participants stroll through a neighbourhood where the old and new intertwine, they will examine how these diverse architectural styles reflect Hong Kong’s cultural identity and economic changes, while engaging in dialogue within the urban fabric. The tour will also explore the value of heritage conservation and the adaptive reuse of historic buildings.
Join us to discover the imprints left by different eras and experience how they coexist and overlap within the unique community of Tai Hang.
ARTIST / PARTNER
Dr Charles Lai is a UK-registered architect and researcher specialising in the history and conservation of modern architecture in Hong Kong and Asia. He holds a PhD in Architectural History from the University of Hong Kong and a diploma from the AA School of Architecture in London. Dr Lai currently teaches at the University of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Lingnan University, and is a member of DOCOMOMO HK. His research interests include the history of modern architecture across East and Southeast Asia, the history and material culture of Shanghai plaster, and built heritage conservation.
DETAILS
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
10 October 2026 (Sat) 【Cantonese】
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
25 October 2026 (Sun) 【English】
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
(Please check the language corresponding to each session when registering.)
※ Persons aged 8 or above are welcome to participate. Participants aged under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All persons admitted to the venue, including accompanying adults, must hold a valid ticket.
※ Once registered to participate in the event, no refunds or changes will be allowed.
※ Please arrive 15 minutes before the event starts, and present the email confirmation to the on-site staff for registration.