9 April 2015

7th GE Colloquium (2014/15): “CROSSING BORDER│BORDER CROSSING

Speaker:  Mr Andy TAM

SeniorLecturer,

UnitedInternational College

MrTam shared the projects of UABB (Urbanism Architecture Bi-city Biennale 2013) “Crossing Border│BorderCrossing (越界│過渡)”with the teaching faculties. The projectssuccessfully reshaped and reintegrated the physical-spiritual identity ofShenzhen regarding the day-and-night activities of the moving populations interms of its productive, entertaining and cultural practice which characterisesand differentiates those of other Chinese and world cities. The fact that the24-hour, non-stop happenings in the UABB 2013 truly symbolised and signifiedthe dynamic and energetic ambiance of Shenzhen was illustrated. A unique, vividand vital phenomenon of the World City’s character and developmental model thatvisual and cultural activities interactively and endlessly contribute to totalgrowth was also exemplified. 

Mr Tam shared the ideas and concepts of remodeling the existing identity of Shenzhen to a vibrant city in the world

As a token of appreciation, Dr Michael Chan, Acting Head of Department of General Education, presented souvenirs to the guest