Architectural Installation Design Competition for
The 2025 National Games in Hong Kong, HKSAR

Architectural Installation Design Competition for
The 2025 National Games in Hong Kong, HKSAR

The National Games Coordination Office (Hong Kong) co-organised a design competition with the Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA) this April for the design and installation of two sets of architectural installation to commemorate the 15th National Games, the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games. The event will be co-hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao for the first time.

The installation venues included Site A - Central and Western District Promenade (Central Section) and Site B - Kai Tak Station Square (with two locations). A total of 66 submissions were received from individuals or teams.

The Jury Panel, comprising representatives from the National Games Coordination Office (Hong Kong), Hong Kong Institute of Architects, Leisure and Cultural Services Department and Architectural Services Department, conducted the assessment on 26 and 27 May 2025.

We take great pleasure in announcing the selected winner/ winning teams as follows:

Site A: The Central and Western District Promenade

Winner: “The Glowing Blossom of Unity”
Certificate of Merit: “The Bamboo Pavilion”
Certificate of Merit: “Spinning between Calmness and Passion”

Site B: Kai Tak Station Square

Winner: “One Step at a Time and Every Step Counts”
Certificate of Merit: “National Games Unity Knot Pavilion”
Certificate of Merit: “Dream Catcher”

Winning works of the Architectural Installation Design Competition

The Glowing Blossom of Unity

Theme: The sculpture is inspired by fractal patterns in nature and employs biomimetic design to symbolise the shared roots as well as mutual co-operation and prosperity of Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao. Three stainless steel stems emerge from a common "root", branching into a "one-becomes-three" fractal expansion to manifest a diverse yet united sprit among the three regions.

Architect Team: IP Hay Fung Stephen, CHAN Chun Yu Keith, NG Siu Cheong Eric, KEUNG Shing Fung Adwin, KAN Po Ying Kathy, PANG Hoi Ching Hannah

Location: The Central and Western District Promenade

One Step at a Time and Every Step Counts

The large shoe print on the ground and the 6-metre-high sneaker ahead combine to represent "One Step at a Time", visually characterising the steadfastness, perseverance and resilience of sportsmanship as well as the prevailing successful development of the Greater Bay Area and China. The single foot expresses the theme of inclusive collaboration, uniting athletes of all physical abilities by a shared spirit of tenacity. Additionally, the two Chinese words on the sole highlight the collaborative efforts of the three regions to achieve the 2025 National Games with the spirit of teamwork in the Greater Bay Area.

Architect: CHAN Lai Kiu

Location: Kai Tak Station Square

The winning works will be on long-term display at the locations mentioned above.

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