HKILA’S Mission
The Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects (HKILA) was established in 1988. Its mission is to promote the general advancement of landscape architecture in Hong Kong and beyond and raise the standard of professional landscape architectural services offered by the profession. HKILA works closely with the government, real estate developers, and the construction industry, combines artistic, scientific, and environmental considerations in its practice, in order to provide professional services and design solutions for humans, cities, and natural environments. We emphasise the protection and restoration of ecologies, and through the creation of high-quality built environments to achieve healthy and eco-friendly cities. Over the past decades, Hong Kong's landscape architects have applied creativity, professional knowledge, and sustainable development principles to contribute to the better of landscapes locally, regionally, and globally.
Background
Out of the advocacy for quality landscape and recreational space at transitional housing, HKILA initiated a workgroup on Transitional Housing in 2021 to explore modular integrated landscape elements to facilitate the wellness of people with a vision to the equity of access to green and recreational space for people of all classes. With the support from the Construction Industry Council, two demonstration pieces have been installed at the Zero Carbon Park in November 2022 and in November 2023 respectively. To take the initiative further, HKILA organizes this student design competition for landscape elements in form of Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) that could be easily installed and dismantled with the flexibility for application in different site contexts and intended for application at housing estates including those of temporary nature.
The Objective
Addressing the growing demand for sustainable and efficient construction methods that enhance the quality of urban living spaces, this design competition aims to encourage innovation in the field of Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) and Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) with a focus on its application in landscape architecture. Targeting students of a wide range of related disciplines, it is an initiative to inspire creative, sustainable and efficient solution that integrate with the wellness-focused design principles. An exhibition is planned for the winning designs to showcase the diverse creative ideas gathered in this competition. We envision the initiative will serve as a valuable reference for designers and communities.
Design should offer multi-functional, adaptive, easily assembled and dismantled landscape solutions. It can be an enhancement of the Mi-Landscape 1.0 or 2.0 piece or a new design, and can be a combination of different units, but must be able to fit into a 3m x 3m area.
ORGANIZERS, COLLABORATING ORGANIZATIONS, SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS, & ACADEMIC PARTNERS
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our co-organizer, academic partners, and supporting organizations, including
- Organizer :
- The Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects
- Collaborating Organizations:
- Housing Bureau, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China
- Construction Industry Council (CIC)
- Academic Partners:
- The University of Hong Kong – Division of Landscape Architecture
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University – School of Design
- Hong Kong Chu Hai College – Department of Architecture
- Hong Kong Design Institute
- The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong
- Supporting Organization:
- The Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA)
- The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS)
- The Hong Kong Institute of Urban Design (HKIUD)
- Professional Green Building Council (PGBC)
- The Hong Kong Institute of Housing (HKIH)
Their invaluable contributions to this design competition. Your collaboration and support have been instrumental in making this event a success. Your support has not only enhanced the competition but also inspired creativity and innovation among the participants. Thank you for helping us bring this vision to life!
MI-LANDSCAPE EXAMPLES
PREVIOUS MI-LANDSCAPE EXAMPLE
Mi-Landscape 1.0
Mi-Landscape 2.0
DESIGN COMPETITION
Entry Groups
There are two entry groups – Tertiary Education students and Secondary Education students.
| Category A | Category B |
|---|---|
| Tertiary Education Students | Secondary Education Students |
| Tertiary Education students are individuals engaged in post-secondary education, which follows the completion of secondary education (high school). This level of education includes a variety of institutions such as universities, colleges, technical training institutes, and vocational schools. It included with both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. | The Secondary Education Students category includes individuals enrolled in secondary education institutions in Hong Kong, covering both local secondary schools and international schools under the Education Bureau (EDB) including but not limited to local secondary school subsidy scheme (DSS) schools, private schools and international schools ,foundation diploma and other design diploma programme ( Non tertiary Education programme) with no limitation of ages. |
Eligibility
- This competition opens to all students who are studying full-time in Hong Kong or overseas.
- Individual and team entries are permitted. Maximum four (4) participants are allowed for team entry and team leader should be nominated. All participants, individual or team, must be full-time student of the respective category.
- Student ID card shall be provided by the participants for registration for the eligibility verification.
- Each participant, individual or team, must not participate in more than one entry. Any entry involving duplication of participants will be disqualified.
- In the case that a member withdraws from a team, the withdrawing member will have to execute all necessary documentation for assignment of Intellectual Property Rights and right of ownership to the Team Leader, waiver of moral rights and renunciation of entitlement to the Prize (if applicable) in a form to accepted by the organizers. In the case that the team leader withdraws from the team, the Entry is considered withdrawn from the competition.
- Members and immediate family members of the Jury Panel (including any reserve jurors) are strictly prohibited to participate directly or indirectly in this competition.
- In case any participant is doubtful if conflict of interest arises, the participant shall immediately notify the organizer by email before the deadline of entry.
- The organizer shall have the absolute right and discretion to determine the eligibility of any participant and reserves the right not to disclose details of the ineligibility of any participant.
COMPETITION SCHEDULE
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Competition Registration Opens | 24 December 2024 |
| Entry Submission Closes | 03 February 2025 |
| Adjudication | Early February 2025 (tentative) |
| Result Announcement & Award Presentation Ceremony | Late February 2025 (tentative) |
All dates including those for submissions, enquires, adjudication, result notifications or public announcements are subject to changes by the organizers. Any change to the competition timetable, the competition document will be shared at the competition website.
Details of the competition and official updates can be found at the competition website.
The organizer reserves the right to amend this competition document at any time without prior notice to the participants. The amendments will be announced on the competition website. Participants are advised to check competition website from time to time for any new information or updates. All changes to the Competition Document announced through the competition website shall be deemed to form part of the competition document. All matters, information or changes as announced in the above website concerning the Competition shall be deemed confirmed with and shall be applicable to all participants.
Interested parties shall register for the Competition via the online registration system at the competition website (CMM to input). The registration will close on 17 December 2024 HKT 23:59:59. Registration received after the stipulated date and time will not be accepted. Those who have not registered will not be accepted to enter the competition.
Once the eligibility requirements are verified, participants will receive the "Registration Confirmation Notification" email and a Confidential Registration Number will be assigned to each Participant. For competition eligibility, please refer to Part 2 of this competition document.
Participants who have not received the "Registration Confirmation Notification" email after 7 working days the close of the registration date should contact the organizer for clarifications.
The registration is only successful with the confirmation/ acceptance via "Registration Confirmation Notifi-cation" email issued from the organizer. The organizer shall have the right to require the participant to submit or re-submit a duly completed and signed entry form (CMM to input) and any supporting documentation within the period as specified by the organizer. The organizer reserves the right to disqualify the entry from any participant who fails to submit or re-submit the documents as required by the organizer.
Participants should submit their soft copy entries to the online submission platform via the competition website before 03 February 2025 HKT 23:59:59. The entry submission time shall be based on the server’s record of the online submission only. Late submission will not be accepted.
When submitting the entry, Student ID / Education proof shall be provided along the submission. Once the eligibility requirements are verified, participants will receive the "Submission Confirmation Notification" email and a Confidential Registration Number will be assigned to each Participant. For competition eligibility, please refer to Part 2 of this competition document.
Each entry is to submit 2 x A2 panels softcopy and 1 A4 Design Statement in .pdf, .png or .jpg format at a resolution of 300dpi with less than 5Mb. Each entry must contain the following items:
- Design Statement (Single A4 page) in English or in English with Chinese translation (no more than 300 words in both Chinese and English).
- 2 A2 Panel including 2D and or 3D illustrations of the complete design including the proposed dimensions, materials, installation method and sequence as necessary to convey the design intent. The representation format could be in plan, elevation, sections, axonometric of such design including rendering or sketch images but do not limited to any of the above mentioned format.
No responsibility will be accepted by the organizer for failure of delivery of any entry or any damage to the file of any entry. Upon submission of Entries, Participants are deemed to have accepted all terms and conditions set out in the competition document.
Entries should be designed according to the specific size as provided by the organizer, whereas the content can be freely designed.
Each entry should submit with a design statement explaining the detailed design ideas and concepts in English or in English with Chinese translation (no more than 300 words in both Chinese and English).
All presentation panels must not marked with name or any other identification marks that reflect the identity of the participants shall be used, or the entry shall be disqualified.
Any Participant who does not abide by the rules, requirements or conditions as set out in this competition document may result in disqualification from the Competition.
Any disqualification shall be at the absolute discretion of the organizer. The decisions of the organizer regarding this competition shall be final and binding on all parties concerned and the relevant participant shall have no right of appeal to any such decision.
JURY & ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
Mr. Michael HONG is a seasoned civil engineer with over 30 years of dedicated service in the Housing Department. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in managing various housing projects, encompassing planning, design, construction, and maintenance. His extensive experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in public housing development.
As Assistant Director of the Estate Management Division in the Housing Department, Michael now oversees the management and maintenance of public housing estates. He is also responsible for implementing landscape improvement works and well-being projects aimed at elevating the quality of outdoor spaces, promoting greenery, revitalizing residents' homes to enhance their overall well-being. Michael’s commitment to public service and his expertise in civil engineering continue to make a significant impact on the community, reflecting his passion for creating sustainable and comfortable living environments for all.
Ms. Hung is a distinguished Registered Landscape Architect based in Hong Kong, with around 20 years of professional experience in the private sector across Hong Kong, China, and Asia. She has been instrumental in leading and executing numerous local and international projects, showcasing her expertise and dedication to landscape architecture.
In 2021, Ms. Hung founded H Plus Limited, a HKILA Registered Landscape Practice. Under her leadership, H Plus Limited has quickly established itself as a reputable firm to support the Hong Kong landscape design industry.
Ms. Hung's contributions to landscape architecture are marked by her visionary approach and her ability to integrate aesthetic, functional, and environmental considerations into her designs. Her work continues to inspire and elevate the standards of landscape architecture in the region.
Architect, entrepreneur, and urban thinker, Eric Ho is passionate about architecture and urban environments that have a lasting impact on society. Eric is the Co-founder and Director of Architecture Commons, a design agency for urban innovation. He studied architecture at the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard University Graduate School of Design, where he received the Faculty Design Award.
He is also a lecturer in urban design at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. To broaden the architectural practice, he has been leading the strategy team at Architecture Commons and launched the “Neighbourhood Innovation Lab” to explore human-centred design for cities and neighbourhoods, winning the Good Design Award in 2022.
Assessment Criteria:
Entries will be evaluated based on the following criteria, with each criterion carrying equal weight.
AWARDS
AWARDS & ANNOUNCEMENT OF RESULTS
The results of the competition will be publicly announced through competition website. Participants of the Winning Entries and Merit Entries will also be notified directly by the organizer.
| Tertiary Education Category | Secondary School Category | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Prize | HKD 20,000 | First Prize | HKD 10,000 |
| Second Prize | HKD 10,000 | Second Prize | HKD 5,000 |
| Third Prize | HKD 3,000 | Third Prize | HKD 3,000 |
| Merit Entries | Certificate | Merit Entries | Certificate |
- The organizer reserves the right not to award any of the above-mentioned prizes if the quality and the standard of Entries are considered inappropriate to be awarded according to the Jury Panel's decision.
- The organizer reserves the right to determine the number of Merit Entries to be awarded subject to the decision by the Jury Panel.
- For team entries, payments of award shall be made to the team leader only.
Exhibition
Becoming a sponsor for our competition offers numerous benefits that will enhance your organization's visibility and prestige. Your company logo will be prominently displayed across all our social media platforms and marketing materials, including the competition homepage, organizer homepage, and those of our collaborating organizations, academic partners, and supporting entities. Additionally, your logo will feature on the backdrop of the award ceremony and be showcased in potential award exhibitions, social media posts, and publications, subject to further logistical arrangements.
During the award ceremony, your organization will receive special recognition as your logo is announced and displayed. Furthermore, your company representative will be invited as an honored guest and may even have the opportunity to present awards. This sponsorship will not only elevate your brand's profile but also demonstrate your commitment to supporting excellence and innovation in our field.
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed sponsor, Neutrality Bamboo and Wood Co. Ltd, for their generous support of the Secondary School Category Prize Sponsor in this competition.
Secondary School Category Prize Sponsor:
Additional Resources
| Items | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Links to related documents and resources |
| 2 | Information on previous demonstration pieces at Zero Carbon Park |
Visuals And Media
| Items | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Images of previous installations and events |
| 2 | Promotional videos |
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects (HKILA) owns the intellectual property rights of this document including illustrations or any materials provided via Competition Website hereto (“Competition Document”). Unless prior written authorisation is obtained from HKILA, any printing, reproduction, adaptation, distribution, dissemination, making available to the public or other use of such works is strictly prohibited. Participants may print, reproduce and use the contents of this Competition Document for the purpose of making entries for the Competition.
ENQUIRIES & CONTACTS
Participants may make enquires regarding the details of the competition through email to event@cmkthk.com on or before 29 December 2024. The organizer will strive to provide an answer to all enquiries by 13 January 2025.
- Contacts
- Competition website: https://milandscapecompetition.hk
- Email: event@cmkthk.com
All enquiries shall be submitted in English or Chinese. Enquiries submitted in other languages will not be responded to.
