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Ajman is the smallest of the seven emiratesthat make up the United Arab Emirates andhas an area of just 260 sq km. The town ofAjman lies on the coast of the Persian Gulf(in most Arab countries it is called ArabianGulf) and is filled with historical landmarkswhich are relatively untouched by majordevelopments.

Ajman Corniche Residences is located on theAjman Beach Road with a fine sandy beachon one side and the city spread out on theother. Shopping malls, entertainment centresand residential areas are located nearby. Itis strategically connected to every emirate;five minutes from the city centre of Ajman, 10minutes from Sharjah and 30 minutes fromDubai airport.

The project was originally backed by theAjman Government who engaged aninternational team of consultants to act ontheir behalf with P&T Architects and EngineersLtd. appointed as lead consultant. The initialbrief was simply to study the developmentpotential of this prime site with a view tocreating a landmark residential complex.Schemes with differing heights and plot ratioswere proposed from which the client decidedto adopt the option of 7 high rise towers witha total GFA of around 2,200,000 sq ft.

As Ajman does not yet command the realestate prices now found in Dubai, it wasessential to design on a sound economicalbasis and to consider the availability of locallabour and materials from the onset. At thesame time however, the client was keen tohave a distinctive design for such a key projectin the development of Ajman.

In order to fully exploit the magnificent viewsof the Arabian Gulf, a continuous curvedbuilding form enclosing the seven apartmenttowers behind was adopted. The curved formis evocative of the ocean waves but alsofunctions to increase the available frontagefacing the sea. It also reflects a strong desireto visually combine the individual towers intoone integrated massing and avoid simplybuilding a cluster of closely spaced repetitivetowers.

A conscious decision was made to eschewthe sometimes bland use of low key neutralcolours commonly found on many high risedevelopments. Instead, a more striking andcontemporary palette of blue and white wasproposed which was appropriate given the

waterside location. This approach was takenthrough into the interior spaces as well.

Sky gardens introduced at seemingly randomlocations on the elevation are actually carefullylocated to provide amenities at high levelwhich complement the larger recreationalareas on the podium roof. They also serve tosoften the impact of the building as a wholeand together with the stepping roof line(varying between forty two and fifty-fourstoreys high) create an added layer of visualinterest. In more practical terms, they alsoallow air flow across the site and minimisethe structural requirements as a result of thereduced wind loading.

The rear elevation features less balconies asit is primarily the secondary rooms locatedfacing in this direction. There is no curtailwalling to reduce costs but full height glazingis still provided to take advantage of theelevated views over Ajman. The horizontalemphasis is taken from the expressed slabedges with these horizontal lines taken aroundthe solid projecting side walls to help integratethe towers.

The rear podium elevation utilizes a randompattern of metal screens interspersed withplanters to break up the otherwise largecontinuous horizontal openings to the car parkfloors whilst still allowing sufficient air flow forthe car park to be naturally ventilated.

As there is currently little in the way of publictransport infrastructure in Ajman, it wasessential to provide ample car parking facilitiesWith 1,200 spaces required, a fundamentalconcern was the integration of the car parkpodium into the overall tower design. Thishas been achieved by taking residential unitsdown in front of the podium on the sea facingside.

The basement is given over to plant roomsand vehicular servicing access. The separatedirect service ramps provided at the rear ofbuilding ensure that no such vehicles needto pass by the residential lobbies and dropoff areas.

The ground floor features a one way internalstreet which provides completely shaded cardrop off areas directly adjacent to each towerlift lobby. The frontage facing the beach roadis then able to be given over entirely to retailand F&B units that enhance the popular walkalong the Corniche.

Internal planning is based on providing simplewell proportioned rectilinear spaces to all unitsexcept the feature units at the ends of thebuilding which make full use of their ellipticalform to provide stunning panoramic viewsover the ocean. There are typically just 4 unitsper core to maintain a more exclusive feelingto the communal lobbies, facilitate lift accessand avoid the need for long internal corridorswhich in turn keeps the efficiency high.

A special feature of the planning is the useof interlocking duplex apartments to ensurethat a very high proportion of the residentialunits have sea views. Extensive use ofbalconies not only provides a valuable amenityto the residents but also helps shade the fullheight glazing behind and thus reduce solarheat gain.

A total of 1,139 units are provided. Theserange from 1,000 sq ft studio apartments to5,000 sq ft penthouses. Quality finishes havebeen specified with simple modern interiors.Communal facilities include state-of-the-arthis-and-hers health clubs, complete with steamroom, sauna, plunge pool and relaxation areas.The heavily landscape podium garden featuresan outdoor family pool area, children's playground, games room and a large featureJacuzzi with clear views over the waterfrontsurroundings.

The Enabling and Piling works commencedon site in December 2006 and were completedto programme in mid August 2007. The entiredevelopment was then bought out by a Qatarideveloper - Barwa Real Estate - causing aslight delay in proceedings. Construction hasnow recommenced based on the existingdesign with the project due to be fullycompleted in the second quarter of 2010.

Other Information:Site Area: 12,838 sqmGFA: 204,386 sqmExpected completion date: 2010

Ajman Corniche Residences, Ajman,United Arab EmiratesP & T Group

1. Exterior Building Perspective (view from beachfront)

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The Al Shaqab Academy site area isapproximately 79 hectares of gently undulatingdesert landform and is located directly adjacentto and South of the existing Qatar Academyand Education City University projects. Avery well defined "green spine" is locateddirectly to the North of the Al Shaqab site.The site itself encompasses a number ofhistorical buildings i.e. the Old OttomanStables, that are highly regarded andconsidered significant cultural assets.

The development will be a centre of excellencefor the display, training and breeding of Arabianhorses including 60 stalls for horses of theEmir. The barns are airy and spacious andare provided with all necessary facilities forstrong fodder, bedding and track. Some ofthe barns are air-conditioned, whilst themajority are naturally ventilated. Materialshave been selected and details carefullyprepared to ensure hygiene and safety forboth animals and staff.

A veterinary clinic and hospital, farriers yardsand extensive sand and grass paddocks areincluded in the development to ensure that

all aspects of the well-being of the horses arecatered for.

The project also comprises a riding schoolwith a single storey linear building block whichhouses the support facilities; an equestrianclub for private members with function rooms,recreational aspects, dining facilities and anoutdoor barbeque area; a museum withexhibition spaces, a library, a trophies hall,majilis and multi-purpose space is located inproximity to the existing Ottoman stables; amosque located on the Eastern side of theAcademy; single storey courtyard staff villas;4 blocks of residential staff quarters withseparate staff amenity building which includescanteen, gymnasium, outdoor basketball courtand central launderette; the admin buildingis a 2-storey building with garden featureinside the building along the circulation spine.

The public performance arenas incorporateboth indoor and outdoor Olympic standardarenas for equestrian events. The Granstandis a 5-level back-to-back stand with half ofthe stand facing the Indoor Arena and othertowards the Outdoor Arena. The roof form

is a shell structure which is cut into strips thathave glazed strips between them. This breaksup the scale of the roof visually into moreelegant strips and at the same time the spacebetween the roof strips allows natural lightingto penetrate into the middle of the arena. Thedesign provides an elegant shape that isstructurally efficient and also expresses theprogressive thinking of the client in theequestrian field.

Project Data :

Address : Doha, QatarProject size : 790,000 sq.mConstruction Date : 2004Completion Date : 2008Client : Qatar PetroleumArchitect : Leigh & Orange LtdConsultants : Davis Langdon & Seah Ltd

WSP (HK) LtdAl Katib CracknellShen Milsom & WilkeHewitt Pender AssociatesGEIC (Qatar)

Al Shaqab Equestrian AcademyLeigh & Orange Ltd

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RMJM's design for the Kolkata Airport reflectsthe client's vision for a world-class terminal thatincorporates cutting-edge technology with thecultural stamp of a region rich in history and arts.

RMJM won the international design competitionfor the Terminal on this site in collaborationwith the Delhi based architect Sikka. From theonset of the project, RMJM has worked closelywith the landscape designers Strata to ensurea close relationship between the building andits landscape.

The form of the building starts from the mostsimple of concepts. The building should beperceived as a single spacious volume, throughwhich passengers can easily flow from theroadway to the aircraft. The building's interiorshould emanate a sense of calm, unclutteredspaces that offer a place for passengers to relax,away from the stress of their long journeys.

However, in the reality of modern airports, thevolume of space is by necessity punctuated byfacilities such as security, check-in counters,baggage handling areas, as well as the widerange of lounges, shops, cafes and otheramenities now offered to a passenger. To adda sense of focus, a landscaped courtyard thatcuts through the volume was proposed. This isa symbolic and physical separation between theairside and landside.

The volume is further divided by an island ofaccommodation that projects forward betweenthe check-in area and the baggage reclaim area.

These two large spaces sit side by side in thelandside section of the building. However aspectacular roof passes above these dividersto unify these spaces and retain the perception ofa single large volume. The roof is the constantfeature of the building that is visible to passengersat almost all times as they pass through.

The landscape concept for the airport terminalis rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Kolkataand Bengal. It is conceived as one of the biggestpieces of land art inspired by works of literarygiant Rabindranath Tagore.

The land art connects the building with itsenvironment, the outside with the inside andcreates a unique landscape. It also offers twodisparate spatial experiences - the vastness ofthe grand central garden and the intimacy ofthe internal courtyards. The grand central gardenis a canvas inspired by paintings and poems byTagore. It also acts as the setting for the building.The garden occurs in two levels separated by asweeping curve - a direct inspiration from one ofTagore's famous paintings.

Compared to the simplicity of the lower level,the upper level of the garden is richly texturedand patterned. The pattern, which is unique innature, has many variations. Inspired by lettersand words extracted from one of the famouspoems from 'Gitanjali', it becomes an art form forpeople to enjoy. As sculptural hedges to wanderthrough, sloped walls to lean against, benchesto seat on and pathways to walk on, the patternglides from outside to the inside of the building.

NSCBI Integrated Terminal Kolkata AirportRMJM

Inside the terminal building the landscape isabout a series of intimate courtyards that arenatural oases in the building. Platforms housingtrees appear to float on pools that are laid outin the orthogonally designed courtyards,providing a sense of peace and tranquillity.

In developing the building's form and in thedetailed design of its skin it has been ensuredthat the facility reaches the highest internationalstandards of sustainability. North facing rooflights and a central courtyard floods the interiorwith natural light. The large front window,shaded by the overhanging roof, is also aventilated double wall removing heat generatedfrom sunlight. The roof is designed to harvestrainwater, which is stored and reused for bothirrigation and washrooms.

Uniting these design elements is the roof of thestructure designed to resemble a shimmeringpiece of silk. A Tagore inspired pattern makes itsway across the entire ceiling further joining theopen planned space.

Name of Building : NSCBI Integrated TerminalKolkata Airport

Location : Kolkata, IndiaClient : Airports Authority of IndiaSkills : Architecture,

masterplanning,landscape design

Site Area : 49,120m2

GFA : 40,000m2 (Phase 1)Passenger Flow : 1800/hour (Peak)Facilities : Airport

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Arrival curb view

Podium

Master layout plan Terminal concourse

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RMJM was appointed to design the newheadquarters of one of the world's largestcompanies - Russian gas giant Gazprom inDecember 2006. Our winning proposal is a 396metre high twisting, glass needle which echoesthe spires across the city of St Petersburg. RMJMbeat off 5 other internationally-renownedarchitects for the commission to developproposals for the tower in the historic heart ofthe city, close to the Bolsheokhtinsky Bridgeand Smolny Cathedral.

RMJM's designs for the development proposea new spire for the city. The inspiration for thedesign comes from the concept of energy inwater - the site is located on the city's mainwaterway the River Neva, with the form of thebuilding deriving its shape from the changingnature of water, ever changing light, reflectionsand refraction. The five-sided tower twists asit rises to delicately touch the sky.

The masterplan concept consists of two maindrivers, a horizontal landscape linear park withthe counter point of a 300m high vertical tower.There is a history of linear parks within St Petersburgas can be seen adjacent to the Admiralty and atPeter the Great's Summer Garden.

RMJM propose to unify the various phases ofthe site masterplan into a simple green linearstrip which runs parallel to the Neva. This simpledevice orders the complex geometry of thesurrounding urban grain and provides a newlinear park with both public and private gardens

enjoying views to the Neva. As elements interruptthe linear form they add richness to thecomposition and create a series of smaller scalespaces within it.

The history of the site included a five sidedfortress plan which allowed views to be optimisedfor reasons of defence. In fact the plan was nota simple pentagon, but rather a more complexstar arrangement which included extendedcorners with recessed bays between. Todaythere is another reason to use five interlockingobjects with recessed bays between. Five squareoffice plates radiate from a central circular corecreating a very efficient star plan. The spacebetween the five objects is used to create atriaspaces. These create social space within thebuilding whilst increasing external awarenessand views to the city and allowing the maximumamount of daylight to enter the building.

The main environmental feature is the 'fur coat'.The skin concept is to enhance perimeter flooredge in order to maximise daylighting and viewsin the heart of the plan, whilst also minimisingthe external wall area to reduce heat loss in theextreme St Petersburg environment. Theseapparently contradictory requirements result ina two glazed skins, one to the office areas andanother to the atria buffer zones which act asan insulated 'fur coat' around the building. Asimple heat exchange module located at eachatrium transmits heat or cold from one side ofthe building to the other as required.

Okhta CentreRMJM

Name of Building : Okhta CentreLocation : St. Petersburg, RussiaClient : GazpromSkills : Architecture,

masterplanning,landscape architecture

Site Area : 4.73 HectaresGFA : Concourse/ podium

levels:142,183m2

Landscape areas: 104,500m2

Base buildings: 83,900m2

Tower floor areas: 148,932m2

Facilities : Headquarters, social andadministrative buildings,office buildings, car parking

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Atrium between the external and internal skinsOkhta Tower

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Hyderabad is the capital city of the Indianstate of Andhra Pradesh. It is India's 5thlargest metropolis and the 40th largestmetropolitan area in the world. It is known forits rich history, culture and architecturerepresenting its unique characteristic of ameeting point for northern and southern India,and it is also one of the most developed citiesin the country, an emerging IT and biotechhub of India.

To meet the growing demands of the city anew, modern green field airport was plannedat Shamshabad on the outskirts of the city.The project is the first privately developedairport in India, a consortium led by GMR,comprises of the Airport Authority of India andMalaysian Airports Authority. The new airportis designed to handle 5 million passengersper annum initially, which was later adjustedto 12 million passengers during the designprocess for opening day, and will in its finalstages be expanded to 40 million passengerper annum ultimate capacity. The airport isexpected to be one of the best in this regionand will house world-class facilities. The totalcost of the project is Rs1,330 crore, orequivalent to US$330 million.

In 2004 China State Construction Engineering(HK) Ltd, in conjunction with Ove Arup andPartners and IDA, formed a consortium teamto bid for the Design & Build Contract. GMRinvited 4 other major international consortiawith extensive airport design experiences tosubmit tender. Although a masterplan anda concept of the airport terminal prepared by

GMR previously was issued to all the biddersas the basis of the tender, it was very clearto this team from the outset that, unless aninnovative approach to the design andimplementation of the project was found, theteam would have a very marginal chance ofsuccess when construction cost became theonly differentiating criteria for GMR to pickthe winner. The tender period was very tightfor time and China State would only allow us3 weeks to come up with an alternative"winning" scheme, or the team would beobliged to submit just the conforming bid.

On examining the client's original conceptplans of the passenger terminal we wereconvinced that the 2 basements of the terminalbuilding in the masterplan could be totallyeliminated to save cost and to speedconstruction time, while the original buildingheights, widths and front to back dimensionscould be retained as these parameters werespecific in the government and ICAO approvedmasterplan. Our alternative conceptrationalized and reorganized all the majorfunctions, space utilization, structural grids,plant room locations and service distributionsystems within the PTB. As a result the entirebaggage handling system had beensubstantially simplified, air ducts and dedicatedbasement floor voids were completelyeliminated and the floor to floor heights belowthe passenger processing areas had beenreduced. We also introduced a modular,repetitive system of structures and serviceplant room / ducts alignment package tosimplify the design of the most complicated

Hyderabad International Airport -Passenger Terminal BuildingIntegrated Design Associates Ltd.

aspects of an airport terminal. A 2-monthconstruction time saving was identified in theprogramme, partly due to the elimination ofthe 10m deep, 2-level basement and partlydue to the standardization of constructionmethods and components for the whole PTB.

The winning scheme presented a new,alternative design of a Passenger TerminalBuilding from the masterplan concept. TheChina State / Arup / IDA consortium won thebid on our innovative approach in the designand planning of the PTB, not just on time andcost saving terms, but the alternative designhad an increased of 12.7% in revenuegenerating areas to improve investmentreturns for the client, despite the overallconstruction area being reduced by 8.5%.The Design and Build Contract was awardedin September 2005, with an airport openingday targeted for March 2008.

The 105,000m2 Phase 1A PassengerTerminal Building Works and the 10,000m2

Air Traffic Control Tower Complex set a newchallenge for the team. While on the onehand building a new airport in 30 months isan unprecedented feast for any fast trackconstruction project in the world, the designing,detailing and producing construction drawingsfor a complex, highly serviced majorinfrastructure building in less than 12 monthsis a task that has not been done by membersof the design team before. On award of thecontract the Arup / IDA set up an integrated,multi-disciplinary task-force team in the projectoffice and a designated site architectural team

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was formed almost at the same time with itsmembers posted in HK to work on the designover the initial but highly critical 2 monthsperiod.

A well thought out strategy for coordinatingstructure, services, and fit-out elements wasclearly the most important first decision to bemade, as construction would be proceedingsimultaneously with the detail design processthere should be no room for error, if servicedistribution clashing with structures, or majorsite drilling for penetrations were to be avoidedat all cost. During the first 2 months of theproject the task force team, led by IDA asLead Designer and Coordinator, a designstrategy was formulated for the planning /structural grids, principal setting-outs of slabedges and major openings, zones for primaryservices, conveyor runs and maintenanceaccess on modular plan, vertical layering forprimary, secondary distributions and structuraldepths, above slab in-floor tertiary distributions,level datum for all floors, power outlets, signsand ceilings. These design and planningprinciples laid the golden rules for the PTB,and were strictly enforced by the multi-disciplined team throughout the process, fromscheme design to shop drawings andconstruction monitoring.

The 2.5 year's period from design inceptionto operation means an extremely tight programfor a project of this scale. To ensure on-timecompletion of the design that would meet thestringent procurement milestones by alldisciplines, the works were packaged into

logical sequences for a just-in-time deliveryof design information to sub-contractorsprogressively. The project's tight budgetconstraints also demanded a high degree ofcost effectiveness analysis throughout thedesign process, including capital costs, lifecycle costs, developing alternatives, etc. Theclose co-operation between the variousdisciplines required a strong management ofteamwork, and in the 12 months of detaildesign the team produced over 5000 detaildrawings, covering all aspects of theengineering and architectural designs,including interior fit-out, signage and furniture.

The PTB design is based on a centralprocessor linked with two linear piers, serving10 contact stands in Phase 1A but extendableto accommodate 32 contact stands in its finalstage. A high level of operational flexibilityhas been designed-in to balance the out-of-phase peak demands for domestic andinternational gates through the use of SwingGates. The PTB is designed to meet the latestinternational standards by ICAO / IATA,including the full segregation of departure andarrival flows, short unassisted walkingdistances, 60 minutes Minimum ConnectingTime, boarding bridges that can serve aircraftsfrom code C to code F, in-line 5-levels securityscreening for all hold-baggage, and theprovisions for a fully-automated baggagehandling system.

The architectural design of the PTB has alofty and flowing roof form, spanning from theAirport Village and Forecourt by means of a

fabric roof structure, it reaches the peak overthe Check-in Hall and finally it tucks downalong the 1.2km length piers on the airside.The flowing roof gives a strong direction tothe departure passenger flows, and throughthe sky-lights with the floating, iconic "TempleLeaf" reflectors hung below them, the entirePTB departure level is totally lit by naturallight during the day and by diffused up-lightsin the night.

The new airport and the PTB opened on 14March 2008 by Mrs. Sonia Gandhi, 16 daysahead of schedule, and it begins operationalin the week following. The airport and thePassenger Terminal Building has become anarchitectural landmark, for it is the first majorinfrastructure public building of this scale beingcommissioned, completed in record time andto an international standard by a privatecompany in the modern era India.

Project DataClient: GMR - AAI - Malaysian AirportsProject Management: GMRLead and Engineering Consultant: Ove Arup& PartnersLead Architect: Integrated Design AssociatesLtdArchitect of Record: Sundarum Pvt LtdLighting Consultant: FMS

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Explore the Global MarketPatrick Lau

The success of Hong Kong's developmentinto a modern cosmopolis with localcharacteristics is evident from the quality anddiversity of her built environment. Thisremarkable achievement is largely attributedto the diligence, creativity and professionalismof our local architectural talents, who havebeen working tirelessly for decades to raisethe standard of the services they provide.

With our international ly recognisedprofessional standards and achievements, itis only natural that many local architects arenot only active in our local market, but alsoexploring new arenas outside Hong Kong.There is also a rising trend for youngprofessionals in Hong Kong to work inoverseas markets, so as to establish theirown branding in a much shorter period oftime. Ironically, in the past ten years or so,on account of the recession in theinfrastructure and construction sector in HongKong, quite a number of professional firmsand young professionals had begun to lookfor new business opportunities outside HongKong. This led to an unexpected spread ofHong Kong talents around the world, whilstour professionals have widened their viewsand earned better exposure, which eventuallybenefited our local professional scene whensome of them returned to work in Hong Kong.

Messages from Prof Patrick Lau

As the Chairman of the Hong Kong TradeDevelopment Council's InfrastructureDevelopment Advisory Committee, I joinedmany study missions to visit different cornersof the world and gained better understandingof the work opportunities available forprofessionals in these places. The MiddleEast is a booming market where places likeSaudi Arabia, Dubai and Abu Dhabi haveattracted numerous Hong Kong professionalfirms to operate there. Many people andgovernments there are particularly fond ofHong Kong's high rise built environmentbecause it projects a prosperous and dynamicurban image. Indeed, Dubai even aimed atturning herself into a "Hong Kong of the MiddleEast". Vietnam, since she became a memberstate of the World Trade Organisation in 2007,is another important market in Southeast Asia.As the Vietnamese Government realises theimportance of fostering the harmoniousintegration of the old and new urban areas,they have preserved many pre-colonialbuildings alongside colonial ones in theirplanning projects. Their dedication toupgrading their urban planning and builtenvironment can be seen in the organisationof a large-scale international architecturaldesign competition for their National HistoryMuseum. This means that there are manyplanning and design possibilities for ourprofessionals to "flex their muscle" in this

vibrant market.

Regarding the mainland market, Hong Kongarchitects are still confronted with manyobstacles. As the setting up of enterprises onthe Mainland is subject to the monitoring and

Former HKIA President (2001-02) Prof Patrick Lau shares his thoughts on local architects working outside Hong Kong.

Patrick LauProf Patrick Lau is LegCo Member (2004-08)a Fellow Member and former President (2001-

02) of HKIA, Honorary University Fellow,Honorary Professor and former Head of theDepartment of Architecture at the Universityof Hong Kong. He is also the Chairman of the

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restriction of the Central Government, anumber of professionals, even though havingacquired Class I Registered Qualification onthe Mainland, are still unable to formally setup their businesses and practise there. I havebeen reiterating to the Hong Kong andmainland authorities on various occasions theurgent need for the relaxation of thequalification of setting up businesses on theMainland. It is most important that themainland authorities should lower the thresholdon capital, the number of technical personnel,equipment, etc. I also hope that the relevantmainland authorities will consider setting uptesting points in the Guangdong Provincewhere Hong Kong architects can start upbusinesses there without restrictions, e.g.exempting them from meeting the requirementof setting up joint ventures with mainlandcounterparts.

Meanwhile, with the 11th Five-Year-Plan, theCentral Government was very eager to havemainland companies to cooperate with HongKong firms in exploring the overseas markets.Hong Kong professionals are well known forour innovativeness, experience in fast-trackhigh rise structures, high adaptability to newand advanced materials and technologies,and proficiency in the English language. Theseadvantages are invaluable assets thatmainland firms seek when they intend toexplore the international markets. On the otherhand, besides cheaper costs, mainland firms,with staunch support from the relevantmainland authorities, enjoy advantages thatare beyond the reach of their Hong Kongcounterparts: since many countries in friendlyterms with China received infrastructureinvestments from China, they required theirconstruction projects to be handled by Chinesecontractors and the design drawings shouldcomply with Chinese regulations. Therefore,Hong Kong architects who are familiar withChinese regulations and the know-hows ofhandling Chinese projects will be in a goodposition to join hands with their mainlandpartners in these markets.

One important factor contributing to thesuccess of Hong Kong is attributed to thecoming and going of people from different

walks of life. This, I think, marks the uniquecharacteristics of Hong Kong as a multifacetedsociety where the skills and experiences ofdifferent individuals converge and diverge.As our business environment is becomingmore globalised, I look forward to seeing morecooperation between local professionals whowork in Hong Kong, the Mainland andanywhere else, so as to establish a biggernetwork around the globe and create betterbuilt environment around the globe.

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PGBC 2008 Summer Report

Green Building Award 2008環保建築大獎

Professional Green Building Council (PGBC)steps into its sixth years of promoting greenbuilding practice in HK and beyond. The reportfocuses on sharing the outcome of PGBC'ssecond Green Building Award (GBA) in 2008.Following the success of the inaugural GBA2006, PGBC launches this biennial awardagain in 2008. The GBA aims to promotesustainable development, to recognizedevelopments and research projects withoutstanding contributions to sustainability andthe environment, and also to encourage theindustry towards wider adoption of sustainablepractices in planning, design, construction,maintenance, and renovation projects. Thisyear, the Award is open to both LOCALprojects and projects OUTSIDE HONG KONGcontributed by Hong Kong professionals.There are three categories in the GBA 2008:

- RP: Research and Planning Studies- EB: Existing Buildings (including Alterations

& Additions)- NC: New Construction

Over 100 Nominations

A total of about 110 submissions have beenreceived by PGBC. Projects are mostlylocated in Hong Kong, with some from Beijing,Shanghai and even Maosi village in the ruralarea of NW China.

The jury session was held on 21 June 2008,the summer solstice (夏至). A total of 30finalists made their presentation to therespective jury panel according to the categoryof submission. Each jury panel comprisedfive imminent persons, typically made up ofa Legislative Councillor, a government official,a relevant stakeholder (professor, presidentof property management association, or arepresentative from the Construction IndustryCouncil [CIC]), and two representatives fromthe professional institutes, including thepresident of HKIA, HKIE, HKILA, HKIP, HKISor PGBC. The award results were formallyannounced in the ceremony held on 31 July

2008 at The Rotunda, Exchange Square,Central. The Guest of Honour was Mrs CarrieLam, the Secretary for Development, HongKong SAR Government, and the HonoraryAdvisor of PGBC.

Ir Reuben Chu, Chairman of PGBC stated,"With an overwhelming support andrecognition from the industry to GBA, thereare more than 100 high qualities local andprojects outside Hong Kong, includingconstruction projects in Beijing, Shanghai andeven rural China, were nominated. I am veryencouraged to see the efforts and contributionmade by the project teams with a strong visionto fostering green movement in Hong Kong.We also hope to promote the award to otherAsia Pacific regions."

30 Shades of Green

"An exhibition of the 30 projects is heldbetween 31 July and 1 August 2008 at TheRotunda, Exchange Square. The Committeehopes that we can further share with the publicabout green buildings and its importance toour future", added by Mr. Sam Cheng,Chairman of the GBA 2008 OrganizingCommittee.

The exhibition is coined as the "30 Shadesof Green by Hong Kong Professionals &Announcement of Green Building Award 2008.The Grand Awards and the respective jurycitation are highlighted below.

Beijing Changxing Eco-city 北京長興生態城by ARUP(Research & Planning Category: GrandAward)

The breath of the study is outstanding andcovered by a wide spectrum from energyreduction, transportation mode, biodiversity,waste separation to social aspects. Throughthe establishment of benchmarks forenvironment, society, resource and economy,this project aims at creating a new planningdecision model for future. The in-situ retentionof village settlers and thus preserving thevillage tradition is also highly commendable.

Jury Members ( Research & Planning Studies)

Jury Members ( Existing Building Category)

Jury Members (New Construction Category)

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Beijing 2008 Olympics Equestrian Venues- Shatin Core Venue北京2008年奧運馬術比賽場地–沙田主場地

by ARUP (Engineer & Sustainable Design),Ronald Lu & Partners (Hong Kong) Ltd.(Existing Building Category: Grand Award- A&A) (Local Architect), and Timothy Court& Company (Concept Design Architect)

The venue was modified temporarily from theHong Kong Sports Institute and Penford Park,and will be reverted back to the twoorganizations after the Olympic events. Manyadvanced techniques have been adopted inthe planning of the renovation scheme,including "dynamic thermal modeling" incooling load estimation, glazing optimization,building orientation study, roof insulationoptimization and solar study, CFD to studythermal comfort on seating areas, and "hybridventilation" regarding natural and mechanicventilation in the horse stalls. Moreover, theproject is sustainable in terms of material use,natural ventilation, MVAC and lighting systems.

Rehabilitation of Moon Lok Dai Ha滿樂大廈復修工程

by Hong Kong Housing Society (ProjectManager) and Chung Wah Nan ArchitectsLtd. (Architect)(Existing Building Category: Grand Award- Rehabilitation)

As an existing public housing estate built in1964, the rehabilitation aims at enhancementof the life and environment of the estate foranother 20 years, strengthening communitysense and estate identity, and reduction ofsocial cost for elderly care. On top of typicalimprovement works on external walls, roof,common areas, lift service and buildingservices installation, more facilities wereprovided for the elderly at ground floor.Material use, waste management, pollutioncontrol and site safety were well planned andmonitored before and during the conversionprocess. The jury panel commends thedetermination of the owner to preserve theheritage, uphold community value and preventproduction of construction & demolition waste.

The Parcville 采葉庭

by Hong Yip Service Company Ltd.(Management Company)(Existing Building Category: Grand Award- Green Management)

The residential estate in Yuen Long has beenhonoured with BEAM excellent rating whenbuilt. The management has implemented anintegrated management system to managequality, environmental, and occupational healthand safety issues. The indoor environmentalqualities are improved by innovative naturalventi lation and lighting design, IAQmanagement and acoustic management. Themanagement joins hands with the tenantsand landscape contractor to manage thehorticulture in the development. Besidesvarious awards in green project managementand energy efficiency, there has beensignificant reduction in electricity and waterconsumption in the recent 4 years.

Stanley Municipal Services Building赤柱市政大廈

by Architectural Services Department, HKSARGovernment(New Construction Category: GrandAward)

Besides a provisional BEAM rating of Platinum,the building demonstrates a high quality designin response to the challenge of high densityand high programmatic complexity. Throughthoughtful 3-dimensional articulation of buildingvolumes and open spaces, the outcome offerscomfort, human scale and a harmoniousrelation with the existing urban setting. A richlayering of green and accessible open spaces,from street-side setback, tree conservation,landscaped courtyard to roof garden, providesthe public with pleasant refuge from the hustleand bustle of Stanley. In light of HK'scompactness, the challenge towards asustainable built environment lies on not onlythe conservation of land, energy and othernatural resources but also how individualdevelopment can enhance the livability ofurban living space.

Stanley Municipal Services Building赤柱市政大廈

Beijing 2008 Olympics Equestrian Venues -Shatin Core Venue北京2008年奧運馬術比賽場地–沙田主場地

Rehabilitation of Moon Lok Dai Ha滿樂大廈復修工程

The Parcville 采葉庭

K S WongPGBC Vice-chairman, 2007-08HKIA Council Member, 2007-08Director of Sustainable Design,Ronald Lu & Partners (HK) Ltd.

Hong Kong Architecture Centre

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Background

Two years ago, a number of passionateprofessionals established the Hong KongArchitecture Centre (HKArC). It was inspiredby the architecture centres worldwide andencouraged by the need to communicate withthe general public.

Ever since the establishment of HKArC, wehave been a platform where professionalsand non-professionals interact andcommunicate with each other. We have co-organized, supported, and participated inmany local activities, such as Hong KongArchitecture Centre Weekend @ Biennale,Tram Tours, etc. Through these events andactivities, we are gradually enhancing ourreputation as a pioneer in building a bridgebetween professionals and the general public.

At this stage, we are preparing ourselves toaccept more challenges, further develop andbring HKArC to a higher level that allow usto outreach the wider public, possiblyworldwide.

Promotion of Architecture

Architecture is a reflection of culture in aspecific place; and architecture centre is anorganization to promote architecture as a formof art and culture. In Hong Kong, this conceptis exceptionally important and should be furtherelaborated because architects could

sometimes be perceived by the general publicas project managers rather than designers ofour built environment; and the duty ofarchitects are sometimes misunderstood bythe general public as simply to do with plansand sections.

The intellectual value of general public inHong Kong is increasing rapidly, and thedemand for more cultural feeds is high. Peoplenowadays are not satisfied by simply stayingalive; they are more interested in enjoy havinga life. Therefore, people are more aware aboutwhere to live and work, and are more concernabout the quality of environment.

The increasing desire for more culturalintelligence is certainly good news to HKArCbecause the promotion of architecture finallybecomes a two-way intercourse between thegeneral public and professionals; instead ofa one-way effort from the professionals to tryelaborate the meaning of architecture.

Promotion of HKArC

We work hard to promote local architecture,and successfully raising people's awarenesson the subject matter. At the same time, werealize the need to promote HKArC as well.It is because architecture centre of a placeis not just an organization but a media ofsharing information, news, knowledge, andexperience with the wider public.

A successful architecture centre isindependent yet maintaining good relationshipwith the institutes, Government, andarchitecture centres worldwide. As a platformof knowledge sharing and dissemination,HKArC's plan is to increase exposure towardsthe public. The more people know aboutHKArC, the more effective in fulfilling ourvision and mission, which is to encourageunderstanding & appreciation of architecture,as well as conserving and treasuringenvironment & culture.

Besides, the relationship between HKArC andHong Kong Institutes of Architects (HKIA)should be made clear. HKArC aims to provideservices for the benefits of general public,while HKIA serves the professional membersof the industry in Hong Kong. Bothorganizations have close relationship witheach other but remain independent.

Sustainable Development of HKArC

HKArC had conducted a number of localactivities; .and will continue conducting moreactivities for the general public of Hong Kong.However, we realize it is about the right timeto let the entire world know the presence ofHKArC. In the upcoming future, we will initiatea number of projects that go beyond theboundary of Hong Kong. The idea tobreakthrough the physical limitation was bornwhen an recent concept of sustainabledevelopment gave inspiration to HKArC.

Archi Culture beyond Hong KongHong Kong Architecture Centre Platteen Tsang

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Sustainable development in the modern worldhas a much wider implication than simplydesigning "green buildings". Sustainable alsocovers social and economic aspects, whichweights equal to environmental concern. Abalanced operation style is essential to thesustainable development of HKArC. It isimportant to maintain a balance between longterm projects that could catch the attentionof International Corporations and Medias(Fig.1); and short term projects that is moreapproachable to the lower classes in thesociety. In order to do just that, we shouldextend our vision and connection to the widerworld as well as exploring opportunities in thelocal.

Long term projects such as training schemesand research-based campaign requires morecapital and resources, however, they are alsomore influential to the society. Short termprojects maybe one-off or having a short spanof lifecycle but they could be distinctive andapproachable. The sustainable developmentplan of HKArC should and will have both longterm and short term elements.

From a different point to view sustainabledevelopment issue, there is also a need forHKArC to maintain a parallel operation in bothreality and virtual world. A physical premisewill be able to act as a symbol of HKArC; abase for professionals and public to assemble;a home for the passion of architecture toaccommodate and be shared. On the other

hand, a virtual platform on the internet is themeans that HKArC applies to get close to theentire world. Not to mention internet is themost popular way of communication, theincreasing use of internet in more innovativeways also indicates that HKArC is hoping andready to become internationally recognized.The recognition of HKArC by internationalaudience can help promoting the localarchitecture of Hong Kong as a form of culturerather than assets in the real estate market;moreover, HKArC could set up a solid baseof target audience, thus sustain a consistentsource of income and supports.

Projects beyond Hong Kong

The world changes and so architecture ischanging as well. In order to catch up withthe world trend, HKArC should be more opento new ideas and opportunities. Proactiveattitudes and initiating to co-organize eventsare keys to find new ideas and partners.

One of the exciting news about HKArC is thereactivation of "Archi Blog". This is regardedas an on-going project of HKArC and couldbe seen as an "international" project sincepeople from all over the world are welcomedto view, respond, and even write on our blog.

Architectural field trips, tentatively named as"Experiencing Architecture", will also be aconsecutive scheme of HKArC. As such couldencourage interflows between citizens of

different countries, between architecturecentres worldwide, and between professionalsof various industries. Projects of this kind aimto cultivate "archi" culture in and beyond HongKong. Usually, these projects are complicatedand could last for a number of years. However,the vision is here and the target is set, all weneed is to work hard and stay on track. Wealways believe in the adage, "Where there isa will, there is a way."

The Way Forward

Hong Kong Architecture Centre is a charitableorganization; it is also the name of a "life-timeproject" that promotes the excellence of localarchitecture in Hong Kong. In the early stage,we set the local community and general publicin Hong Kong as our main target audience;in the future, we can extend our scope ofinfluence worldwide. We can initiate moreinternational events such as Festival ofArchitecture, as well as building a friendlyconnection with Architecture Centresworldwide; thus bringing the prospect of localarchitecture beyond the skyline of Hong Kong.

Essentially, architecture is for all mankind,just like our motto says, "Architecture for All".

Fig.1: A Japanese press covered a Tram Tour conducted by HKArC in 2006; indicating the international awareness onarchitectural events and activities in Hong Kong (Sources: Hong Kong Architecture Centre)

Platteen TsangAssistant Centre ManagerHong Kong Architecture Centre

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HKIA Annual Awards 2007

President'sMessageAs mentioned in my last message, Architecture

is a reflection of the cultural, economic and

social norms of society at that time. This year,

it reflects its diversity, the improved economy

and its expansion into markets outside of

Hong Kong.

There were a total of 77 entries of which 20

were outside of Hong Kong and I see the

trend of overseas projects increasing.

In fact, this year we have created a new

category for work outside of Hong Kong which

is exciting as they are not restricted by Hong

Kong's stringent building codes and limited

land constraint. Our members will have the

opportunity to test their design flair to the limit.

On behalf of HKIA, I would like to convey my

gratitude to the organizers, our external

adjudicator, Christine Hawley and our local

adjudicators who had to devote long hours

and make tough decisions given the high

quality of the submissions.

I would also like to thank the winners and all

those who made a submission in support of

this meaningful Award and ask that you

continue to support this meaningful event to

promote our works.

Dr. Ronald Lu, FHKIAPresidentThe Hong Kong Institute of Architects4 June 2008

Chairman's Report for the AnnualAwards 2007Looking back at the annual awards 2007, the

whole process from selection to the exhibition

to the special issue worked very smoothly.

Even the management at Pacific Place thought

this years exhibition was "decent and stylish"

and for this, I would like to thank again all the

hard work provided by the committee

members.

This year was a special year because it was

the first time a Medal of the year was given

to projects outside Hong Kong. The HKIA has

been striving to take this mammoth step to

look beyond the realms of building built in our

little island to the achievements of our member

outside. Even Ms. Christine Hawley, this year's

overseas juror, was surprised on the quality

of Architecture outside Hong Kong by our

members. The HKIA is evolving and our

international portfolio is growing with it. I could

only see this category get better and better

and hopefully the HKIA could rank amongst

the International Master in terms of beautiful

timeless architecture.

The jury this year includes Mr. Donald Choi

HKIA, Mr. Chen Shi Min HKIA, Mr. Paul Chu

HKIA, Mr. Allen Chan, and last but not least

Ms. Christine Hawley RIBA. And the jury panel

gave a concise and highly professional

assessment this year. The site walk was

dampened by bad weather, but it did not

dampen the enthusiasm of the jurors. Although

the itinerary was hectic, they all carried on

with good spirit and professionalism.

The agenda for the decisive day on Saturday

26 January was again extremely hectic

because of the new category. All the Short

listed projects for work outside Hong Kong

had to be interview on that morning. The feast

of interview presentations were professionally

executed by the short listed Architects. We

tried to control the time but some of the

presentations were so spell binding that being

over run was unavoidable. The jury process

eventually overran by 2 hours that Saturday

as the discussions between the jurors was

also intense and critical.

A decision were only made at the early hours

of that afternoon and as a surprise, this year

there were 2 medal of the year for Inside and

Outside Hong Kong and deservedly so. With

the high standard of the entries, it was very

hard to isolate one single winner for each

category.

A highly entertaining year and I am confident

that we could match the quality and standards

of member's projects next year.

Tang Wai Kin, HKIAChairmanHKIA Annual Awards Committee 2007

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Medal of the Year of Hong Kong香港建築師學會全年境內建築大獎

10, 12, 16 & 18 Pollock's Path普樂道10, 12, 16 及18號

P&T Architects and Engineers Limited巴馬丹拿建築及工程師有限公司

Medal of the Year of Hong Kong香港建築師學會全年境內建築大獎

Dormitory and Sports Facilities at the Diocesan Boys' School拔萃男書院 - 體育館,游泳池及宿舍大樓

Thomas Chow Architects Limited 周德年建築設計有限公司

HKIA Merit Award of Hong Kong香港建築師學會境內優異獎

HKYWCA Conference Centre and Guesthouse香港基督教女青年會營舍

Ronald Lu & Partners (Hong Kong) Limited呂元祥建築師事務所

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HKIA Annual Awards 2007

HKIA Medal of the Year Outside Hong Kong香港建築師學會全年境外建築大獎

Mont Orchid Riverlet Phase 2半山海景蘭溪谷二期

RMJM Hong Kong Limited羅麥莊馬香港有限公司

HKIA Medal of the Year Outside Hong Kong香港建築師學會全年境外建築大獎

HKIA Merit Award Outside Hong Kong香港建築師學會境外優異獎

Xiamen International Cruise Terminal廈門港國際旅遊客運聯檢大樓

Aedas Limited凱達環球有限公司

17 Miles Phase 1十七英里一期

Rocco Design Architects Limited許李嚴建築師事務有限公司

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President's Prize會長獎狀

All-weather Swimming Pool for China Holiness Church Living Spirit College中華聖潔會靈風中學全天候游泳池

Eric Design Architect Limited陳健華建築設計所有限公司

Special Architectural Award - Architectural Interior主題建築獎 – 室內設計

megARTstore商場時代的藝術體驗

Meta4 Design Forum LimitedMDFA 建築師事務所

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Quality Building Award 2008

Quality Building Award 2008

Quality Building Award 2008(Names of awardees indicated in alphabetical order)

Residential CategoryAward WinnerThe ArchMerit WinnerKwai Chung Estate Phase 3, 4 & 5Merit WinnerThe GrandvilleCertificate of FinalistNo. 8 Clear Water Bay RoadCertificate of FinalistResidence Bel-Air Phase 1

Non-Residential CategoryAward WinnerFour Seasons Hotel & Four Seasons PlaceMerit WinnerAIG TowerMerit WinnerHong Kong Science Park Phase 2Merit WinnerStanley Municipal Services BuildingMerit WinnerThe LandmarkCertificate of FinalistEnterprise Square 5 / MegaboxCertificate of FinalistICAC Building

Special Category: SustainabilityMerit WinnerHong Kong Science Park Phase 2Merit WinnerICAC BuildingMerit WinnerStanley Municipal Services Building

Special Category: HeritageMerit WinnerDr. Sun Yat-sen MuseumMerit WinnerLeung's Ancestral HallCertificate of FinalistJ Residence

Special Category: InnovationMerit WinnerUnion Hospital Extension

Special Category: Project outside HongKongMerit WinnerCitycrossing Phase 1Merit WinnerNational Swimming CentreCertificate of FinalistSands Macau Casino

2008年度優質建築大獎(得獎項目按英文字母先後排序)

住宅類別：大獎凱旋門(The Arch)優異獎葵涌 第三、四及五期重建項目(Kwai Chung Estate Phase 3, 4 & 5Redevelopment)優異獎晉名峰(The Grandville)入圍作品清水灣道8號(No. 8 Clear Water Bay Road)入圍作品貝沙灣一期(Residence Bel-Air Phase 1)

非住宅類別：大獎四季酒店及四季薈(Four Seasons Hotel & Four Seasons Place)優異獎AIG Tower優異獎香港科學園2期(Hong Kong Science Park Phase 2)優異獎赤柱市政大廈(Stanley Municipal ServicesBuilding)優異獎置地廣場(The Landmark Scheme)入圍作品企業廣場5期 / MegaBox (Enterprise Square5 / Megabox)

入圍作品廉政公署大樓(ICAC Building)

特別獎：持續發展類別優異獎香港科學園2期(Hong Kong Science Park Phase 2)優異獎廉政公署大樓(ICAC Building)優異獎赤柱市政大廈(Stanley Municipal ServicesBuilding)

特別獎：文物類別優異獎孫中山紀念館(Dr. Sun Yat-sen Museum)優異獎梁氏宗祠(Leung's Ancestral Hall)入圍作品嘉薈軒(J Residence)

特別獎：創新類別優異獎仁安醫院(Union Hospital Extension)

特別獎：香港境外樓宇類別優異獎深圳華潤中心一期(Citycrossing Phase 1)優異獎水立方(National Swimming Centre)入圍作品澳門金沙娛樂場(Sands Macau Casino)

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About QBA2008

QBA2008 was jointly organized by 9 prominent professional organizationsincluding the Hong Kong Construction Association (HKCA), the Hong KongInstitute of Architects (HKIA), the Hong Kong Institute of ConstructionManagers(HKICM), Building Division, Building Services Division andStructural Division of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) , theHong Kong Institute of Housing (HKIH), the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors(HKIS), the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency (HKQAA), the HongKong Chapter of International Facility Management Association (IFMA -Hong Kong Chapter) and the Real Estate Developers Association of HongKong (REDA). For more details about QBA and QBA2008, please visit theofficial website at www.QBA.com.hk.

關於2008年度優質建築大獎

2008年度優質建築大獎有幸獲得九大專業 / 建造業 / 地產相關的團體鼎力支持，當中亦包括香港建造商會（HKCA）、香港建築師學會 （HKIA）、香港營造師學會（HKICM）、香港工程師學會（HKIE）– 建造分部（BD）、屋宇裝備分部（BSD）及結構分部（SD）、香港房屋經理學會（HKIH）、香港測量師學會（HKIS）、香港品質保證局（HKQAA）、IFMA（香港分會）及香港地產建設商會（REDA）。有關優質建築大獎及QBA2008的詳情，請瀏覽www.QBA.com.hk。

Four Seasons Hotel & Four Seasons Place四季酒店及四季薈

The Arch凱旋門

孫中山紀念館Dr. Sun Yat-sen Museum

水立方National Swimming Centre

香港科學園2期Hong Kong Science Park Phase 2

仁安醫院Union Hospital Extension

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Green Building Award 2008

Green Building Award 2008

GBA 2008 Result List(Names of awardees indicated in alphabetical order)

Research & Planning Studies CategoryGrand AwardBeijing Changxing Eco-cityMerit Centennial Campus - The University of HongKongMerit Comprehensive Environmental PerformanceAssessment Scheme for Buildings (CEPAS)Merit Kai Tak Planning Review for a Sustainableand Green EnvironmentMerit Micro-climate Studies for Sustainable PublicHousing DevelopmentMeritVertical Greening Research StudyFinalistChina Merchants Bank TowerFinalistDormitory & Facility Extension Block for UnitedChristian College (Kowloon East)FinalistGreen Roofs for Old District Buildings:Suitability, Cost and Benefit

Existing Building CategoryGrand Award(Existing Building - Alterations & Additions)Beijing 2008 Olympic Equestrian Venues- Shatin Core VenueGrand Award(Existing Building - Rehabilitation)Rehabilitation of Moon Lok Dai HaGrand AwardThe ParcvilleMeritCity One Shatin (Green Management)MeritYKK Building (Green Management)MeritPark Central - Residential (Phase 1)FinalistGrand Century Place Shopping Mall & OfficeTowerFinalistHong Kong Cyberport

FinalistIsland ResortFinalistOcean ShoresFinalistPristine Villa

New Construction CategoryGrand AwardStanley Municipal Services BuildingMeritBeijing 2008 Olympic Games - NationalAquatics Center (Water Cube)MeritNokia Beijing BDA CampusMeritThe HK Polytechnic University - Hong KongCommunity College (Hung Hom Bay)FinalistHong Kong Science Park Phase 2FinalistMa Wan Park - Nature GardenFinalistMaosi Ecological Demonstration PrimarySchoolFinalistMei Tin Community HallFinalistOne Island EastFinalistRadiotherapy Centre & Accident & EmergencyDepartment, Princess Margaret Hospital

環保建築大獎2008 得獎名單(得獎者排名不分先後)

研究及規劃類別大獎北京長興生態城優異香港大學千禧校園優異全面平估樓宇環境表現計劃優異以可持續發展及以綠化環境為本的啟德規劃檢討優異可持續發展公屋的微氣候研究

優異垂直綠化研究入圍 上海招商銀行大廈入圍 匯基書院(東九龍)學生宿舍及綜合大樓入圍 舊區樓宇植物天台：應用，成本與效益

現有建築類別大獎 (加建改建項目)北京2008年奧運馬術比賽場地–沙田主場地大獎 (復修項目)滿樂大廈復修工程大獎采葉庭優異（環保管理）沙田第一城優異（環保管理）YKK大廈優異將軍澳中心(住宅) (第一期)入圍 新世紀廣場及寫字樓入圍 香港數碼港入圍 藍灣半島入圍 維景灣畔入圍 曉翠山莊

新建建築類別大獎赤柱市政大廈優異北京2008年奧運會 – 國家游泳中心(水立方)優異諾基亞北京經濟技術開發區中國園優異香港理工大學 – 香港專上學院 (紅磡灣校園)入圍 香港科學園二期入圍 馬灣大自然公園入圍 毛寺生態實驗小學入圍 美田社區會堂入圍 港島東中心入圍 瑪嘉烈醫院腫瘤科大樓

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About Professional Green Building Council

The Professional Green Building Council (PGBC) was established in

2002, and now comprises five professional institute members: Hong Kong

Institute of Architects (HKIA), Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE),

Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects (HKILA), Hong Kong Institute

of Planners (HKIP), and Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS). For

more details about GBA 2008, please visit the www.hkpgbc.org

關於環保建築專業議會

環保建築大獎由環保建築專業議會(PGBC)舉辦。環保建築專業議會創立

於二零零二年，現今成員包括香港建築師學會、香港工程師學會、香港園

境 師 學 會 、 香 港 規 劃 師 學 會 及 香 港 測 量 師 學 會 。 環 保 建 築 大 獎

網址：www.hkpgbc.org

Beijing Changxing Eco-city北京長興生態城

Beijing 2008 Olympic Equestrian Venues - Shatin Core Venue北京2008年奧運馬術比賽場地–沙田主場地

The Parcville采葉庭

Stanley Municipal Services Building赤柱市政大廈

Rehabilitation of Moon Lok Dai Ha滿樂大廈復修工程