The Hong Kong Institute of Architects

The School of Architecture at CUHK is organising a rural school and workshop programme centred on Rural Placemaking, inviting those who are passionate about Hong Kong’s rural culture and hands-on practice to join us at Yung Shue Au and take part in the revitalisation and co-creation of the village landscape. Rural placemaking brings together design, local culture, and the natural environment to improve rural spaces and strengthen community connections.
Activities include village tours, material collection, and landscape-building workshops led by instructors from the Hong Kong Institute of Construction.

Key Highlights:

Flexible participation (join single or multiple days)

Certificate upon completion of 9 workshop days

Small group size (12 participants per session)

Programme Info:

Location: Yung Shue Au, Sha Tau Kok

Time: 09:00 – 16:00

Registration: Open on a rolling basis, June – September 2026

Details and registration link: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13733829

Remarks:

Participants should be physically fit for outdoor activities

A Closed Area Permit is required https://www.es.police.gov.hk/

Please refer to the registration link for full details

Co-organisers: CUHK School of Architecture, Hong Kong Institute of Construction, Hong Kong Institute of Architects, Yung Shue Au Village

Sponsor: Countryside Conservation Funding Scheme, Countryside Conservation Office