In 2010, an old building collapsed in Ma Tau Wai, killing four people. Many of these older buildings in Hong Kong are “three-nil” buildings, meaning that they do not have owners ...
Kwun Tong used to be a centre of salt production – hence its original name ‘gwun tong’ (官塘), literally meaning government ponds. There’s nothing left to show for these ancient saltpans now, but Kwun ...
Hong Kong plans to crack down on poor-quality subdivided flats are leaving many low-income residents uncertain about their ...
The revitalised tenements blend heritage with modern use, thanks to community efforts and a nostalgic film's influence Just ...
He said old buildings in the district fetched HK$7,000 ... the lowest figure on Hong Kong Island since 2002. Au said he hoped a review of the URA’s compensation rate would be carried out and ...
Lai Chi Wo does not look like it belongs in Hong Kong. The remote 300-year-old village is one of the city’s oldest settlements — and one of its most biodiverse. Its location is no accident ...
A Hong Kong couple, who are professionals in the financial sector, hired MAD Studio to turn their Mid-Levels home into a ...