Dialogue | Open Crit

From the early 19th century, the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris began to establish the “studio crit.” To this day, “Crit” (short for critique) remains an indispensable part of architectural education worldwide. On the day of a Crit, all students present their design drawings and models in the studio, introducing their ideas to tutors, guests, and classmates, and preparing for an intense debate. Every architectural designer has invariably received unsparing criticism and warm encouragement; such experiences not only strengthen their resolve but also help them mature as designers.

This edition of Open House Hong Kong has featured about fifty architectural spaces. What are your thoughts on these spaces? We invite designers, volunteers, participants, and any friends interested in joining an Open Crit, where ideas can be shared openly and equally!

LOCATION
WLAB by Club Wheelock x The DO *
Area A, 1/F, Block A-D, Tung Kin Factory Building, 196-198 Tsat Tsz Mui Road North Point, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong

TRANSPORTATION
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DIALOGUE
Date: 5 Oct 2024 (Sat)
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:45 PM
Venue: WLAB by Club Wheelock x The DO * 
Language: Cantonese
Moderators: Charon Lung (Co-host of ArchiPodcastHK), Sarah Mui (Architect, Chair of Hong Kong Architecture Centre), Sampson Wong (urbanist)
Capacity : 25

* Special Notes: All participants must register as WLAB members for this event. Please fill in the form here before you attend the activity. (https://forms.gle/Lr4XNKKRTFUuVh3w5)

MODERATORS

Charon Lung (Co-host of ArchiPodcastHK)
As a podcast host and the author of Urban Ugliness Uncovered, Charon hopes to explore the roles and possibilities of architecture in society by actively cooperating with all walks of life and is committed to promoting creativity and exploring the value and application of research and discussion as a design method.

Sarah Mui (Architect, Chair of Hong Kong Architecture Centre)
Co-founding design studio, onebite, Sarah believes that design can initiate action and create change. She is dedicated to integrating human-centred design thinking into collaborative creation, connecting people with community spaces, and fostering community cohesion. Her designs cover public spaces, social design, and cross-disciplinary creative strategies. As the current Chair of the Hong Kong Architecture Centre, she promotes architectural experiences to the public alongside a group of urban architecture enthusiasts.

Sampson Wong (Urbanist)
Sampson Wong obtained a PhD Geography from the University of Manchester, UK and is currently lecturer of Urban Studies Programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. His practices mainly include public writings and contemporary art, and he is the author of two best selling books, Hong Kong Strollology and Urban Strollology.

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