While Hong Kong is globally renowned for its spectacular skyscrapers and modern design, it’s lesser-known architectural achievements – including innovative public infrastructure such as the multi-purpose municipal services building – are the focus of the city’s contribution to this year’s Venice Biennale design show.

GO PARK Sai Sha is a remarkable sports and entertainment precinct in Ma On Shan, delivering world-class leisure facilities for the surrounding community, thanks in large part to the foresight and resolve of its developer, Sun Hung Kai Properties, and the creative genius of its designer Zaha Hadid Architects. It has already attracted an incredible 2 million visits since opening in January this year.

How can architecture and design make a meaningful contribution to climate change, intergenerational housing challenges, cultural preservation, new office models, and other big social issues? We asked four leading practitioners, all honourees of the AIA Hong Kong Honors & Awards…. and here are their frank and insightful answers.

From boundary-pushing global showcases to rising local talent, Design Mumbai 2025 is set to be a landmark celebration of contemporary design on the world stage.