Conservation of Tai Kwun Tour

Tai Kwun is now known as a hub for arts and culture lovers accessible to everyone, serving as a vibrant cultural destination in the city centre. The revitalisation of Central Police Station compound has taken a decade. As part of the single largest heritage conservation project in Hong Kong, Purcell were commissioned by The Hong Kong Jockey Club in 2008-2018 as the Conservation Architect for adaptive reuse of 16 historic buildings in the three declared monument compounds of Central Police Station, Central Magistracy, and Victoria Prison, balancing preservation of the historic characters with sustainable new use requirements. After the completion of such project and the site operating as Tai Kwun, Purcell have been continuously working on the care and conservation of these historic buildings. As a heritage-led exemplar project, conservation principles and best practice have been set out and adhered throughout, safeguarding the heritage significance of the site.

Photos courtesy of Purcell

LOCATION
10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong

TRANSPORTATION
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GUIDED TOUR
Date: 21 Sep 2024 (Sat)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 NN
Language: Cantonese
Led by: Purcell
Capacity: 20

Collaborating Organisation: The Hong Kong Institute of Architectural Conservationists (HKICON)


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