ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

HISTORY

The Department of Architecture at the University of Hong Kong is one of Asia's leading institutions for architectural education and research. Founded in 1950, we have been at the forefront of developing innovative approaches to design education and practice.

Our curriculum balances professional practice with critical inquiry, preparing students for leadership roles in the field of architecture and related disciplines.

FACULTY & STAFF

Dr. ANDREW CHAN
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT
Specialises in sustainable design and green architecture. Research interests include urban sustainability and environmental design.
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Prof. HELEN LI
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Expert in digital design and parametric architecture. Leads the Digital Fabrication Laboratory.
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Dr. JAMES WONG
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Focus on heritage conservation and restoration. Director of the Heritage Research Centre.
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Dr. MARIE NGUYEN
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Research in urban planning and public space design. Co-director of Urban Design Lab.
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Prof. DAVID LAI
PROFESSOR EMERITUS
Former head of department. Consultant for regional development projects.
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Dr. SOPHIA GARCIA
LECTURER
Teaching in design theory and history. Research on contemporary architecture in Asia.
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RESEARCH CENTERS

URBAN DESIGN LAB
Research and practice in urban planning, public space design, and city regeneration. Focus on sustainable urban development.
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DIGITAL FABRICATION LAB
Advanced manufacturing and digital design. 3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting, and parametric design studios.
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HERITAGE RESEARCH CENTRE
Conservation and restoration research. Studies in adaptive reuse and historic preservation in the Asia-Pacific region.
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SUSTAINABILITY INSTITUTE
Green building design and environmental impact assessment. Research on climate-responsive architecture.
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