Koon Man Space

Koon Man Space is housed in a refurbished village school with over 60 years of history. It was originally initiated and funded by villagers to provide an education for children in Chuen Lung Village. Hong Kong International Photo Festival (HKIPF) obtained the short term tenancy of the form school, and revitalised the site with the support of “Funding Scheme to Support the Use of Vacant Government Sites by Non-government Organisations” provided by the Development Bureau. Elements from the original facade are retained with the best effort during the revitalisation process, and in May 2024, Koon Man Space officially opened. It is a centre for learning and experimentation through photography, aiming to bring the art of image-making, creative exchanges, learning, and experimentations in contemporary photography to this scenic village through a series of exhibitions and public events highlighting the culture, history, and ecology of the village. HKIPF was launched in 2010. The Festival promotes creative practices as a means to deepen our connection to the environments we live in and the people we live with.

Photos courtesy of Hong Kong International Photo Festival & ANG Studio Ltd.

LOCATION
338 Route Twisk, Chuen Lung Village, Tsuen Wan

TRANSPORTATION
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GUIDED TOUR
Date: 28 Sep 2024 (Sat)
Time: Session 1: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM / Session 2: 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Language: Cantonese
Led by: Hong Kong International Photo Festival and Architect Fanny Ang
Capacity: 20

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


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