The inaugural edition of Open House Hong Kong is slated to be held on the weekends of 21–22 & 28–29 September 2024. In partnership with the Design Trust, the Festival will showcase around 50 sites and buildings around Hong Kong, highlighting the remarkable cultural and architectural diversity of the city. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore a range of architectural styles, from vernacular architecture and nineteenth-century colonial buildings to cutting-edge designs by local and international “starchitects”.

Normally inaccessible spaces such as heritage buildings, commercial skyscrapers, industrial buildings and infrastructure, will open their doors to the public. This provides a rare opportunity for both tourists and local residents to experience the architectural wonders of the city firsthand. In addition to building tours, the festival will feature a variety of events, including guided tours and dialogues led by experts and enthusiasts, covering topics such as design, aesthetics, history, heritage, livability, and sustainability. Open House Hong Kong is organised by a group of young enthusiasts who are confident with the richness and diversity of Hong Kong’s new and historical architecture, and are eager to showcase the city of Hong Kong to local and global audiences. Our organising committee is formed by experts and practitioners from various fields, including architects, educators, curators, scholars, researchers, etc. The first Open House was held in London in 1992, and the concept has since spread across the world, growing into a global network of about 60 organisations that host festivals and conversations about architecture, design, and cities. “Open Cities” include London, Barcelona, Osaka, and more. Hong Kong will be joining for the first time in 2024! Attended by hundreds of thousands of visitors, and co-created by industry professionals, volunteers, and other stakeholders, Open House Worldwide is the largest celebration of the urban landscape in the world. The network is a project of Open City, a non-profit registered as a charity in the United Kingdom Through this celebration of Hong Kong's architectural beauty and diversity, Open House Hong Kong promises to offer a unique and enlightening experience for all.

Through this celebration of Hong Kong's architectural beauty and diversity, Open House Hong Kong promises to offer a unique and enlightening experience for all.

The Organising Committee:
Kit Chan
Jessica Chan
Kay Chan Wan Ki
Fan Lok Yi Helen
Charles Lai
Hiuman Lam
Vera Lam
Kevin Mak
Bob Pang
Sampson Wong