Organiser: HKIA BLA
Date: 5 July 2025 (Sat)
Time: 9:00AM - 10:30AM
Meeting point: To be confirmed to successful applicants
Leader: Ar. Vivian CHEUNG, Board of Local Affairs Deputy Chair
Language: Cantonese and English
Admission Fee: $30 (for insurance & non-refunable) 
Quota: 40 HKIA Members (first-come-first-served basis)

Registration link : [Registratioin Deadline: 30 June 2025]
https://forms.gle/aosrnSAc1NtadEwa9

Synopsis

Kwai Chung Hospital Phase 2 represents a transformative approach to psychiatric care, reimagining hospital design as a therapeutic healing environment. KCH Phase 2 marks a milestone in Hong Kong's mental health infrastructure, transcending traditional hospital design.

Conceived as a "Green Healing Village," the project embodies a holistic approach to patient care and rehabilitation. The design Integrates architectural innovation with therapeutic principles, creating a nurturing environment that supports recovery across multiple stages. By incorporating multi-layered gardens, open spaces, and vertical greenery, the hospital establishes a profound connection between built form and natural surroundings.

The project's "Home-away-from-Home" concept transforms patient experience through carefully designed spaces that promote comfort, dignity, and healing. Thoughtful architectural elements such as integrated anti-ligature planning, natural material textures, and strategical architectural design create an environment that feels familiar and supportive.

Members of the HKIA are invited to an exclusive site visit, offering a behind-the-scenes exploration of KCH 2. This opportunity will provide insights into their innovative design approach, sustainable strategies, and the transformative potential of therapeutic architectural environments.

Project Team
Architectural Services Department: 
Ar. Tuesday LI  Chief Project Manager 401
Farrells: 
Ar. Felix LI  Director
Ar. Rachel CHOW  Director
Ar. King HO  Associate
Ar. Andy KWAN  Architect

Moderator
Ar. Vivian CHEUNG  Board of Local Affairs Deputy Chair