Macau Cultural Quarter Revitalisation (Macau M8) is a contextual, community-led mixed-use destination in Macau, China, blending colonial history with contemporary design to foster cultural tourism and UNESCO-aligned conservation.
Nestled in Macau’s UNESCO-listed urban fabric, this revitalisation reimagines a historic post office dormitory into a nine-storey cultural quarter, harmonising colonial legacy with modern vibrancy. The design integrates retail, exhibitions, and dining within an open-plan layout, anchored by a sky garden and terraces that invite public interaction. Drawing inspiration from landmarks like the 1929 post office and Holy House of Mercy, the architecture employs terrazzo and translucent marble glass to bridge past and present. Classical pilaster rhythms and a sculptural arched entrance echo Senado Square’s heritage, fostering connectivity while conserving Macau’s intangible cultural narratives through light, materiality, and adaptive placemaking.
Year
2025
Prize
HKIA Merit Award outside Hong Kong - Retail
Architect(s)
The Oval Partnership Ltd.
