Hong Kong Smart Design Awards 2025 – Shanghai Delegation Trip

While the Hong Kong Smart Design Awards was showcasing at Design Shanghai, the Hong Kong Exporters Association organized an enriching business exchange program for award-winning designers, aimed at deepening their understanding of Mainland China’s design trends and market opportunities, empowering them to expand their presence in the region.

A Platform for Growth and Inspiration
Supported by key industry players, including the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, renowned industrial design firm Artop Group, and globally acclaimed architectural company MVRDV, the program offered invaluable insights and networking opportunities.

Highlights of the Exchange Program:

• Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai: Designers engaged with representatives to gain practical advice on navigating the Mainland China market.
• Artop Group Visit: An exploration of cutting-edge industrial design trends and technologies shaping Mainland China’s industry.
• MVRDV Design Sharing and Project Visit: MVRDV shared innovative design insights and led a tour of their Gate M West Bund Dream Center project in Shanghai. This transformative project reimagines a former cement factory as a vibrant cultural and leisure hub, connecting historic buildings with new structures through orange walkways, stairs, and bridges, showcasing sustainable design.

Impactful Outcomes
The exchange was a transformative experience, with the visit to MVRDV’s Gate M West Bund Dream Center inspiring designers to see how industrial heritage can be reimagined as dynamic cultural spaces. Participants gained significant creative and business insights, equipping them to thrive in the China market.

Looking Ahead
This successful exchange underscores the value of cross-regional collaboration. We look forward to creating more opportunities for Hong Kong designers to connect, innovate, and succeed on a global stage.