ASSEMBLE! | International Women’s Day 2025
Join us on International Women’s Day for a collaborative event hosted by AIA Hong Kong, HKIA, and RIBA Hong Kong, celebrating diversity and the influence of women in shaping architecture.
The event kicks off with a tour of the newly completed auditorium at King Lam Street, designed by COLLECTIVE—a model of privately owned public space developed in collaboration with Rocco Design Architects and commissioned by New World Development. A panel discussion will follow.
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COLLECTIVE Recognized in Home Journal’s Top 50
COLLECTIVE has been named one of Home Journal’s Top 50! In her interview, our founder, Betty Ng, shares, “At the core of COLLECTIVE is the idea of a ‘collective of critics,’ rather than any single authorial voice.” This reflects our belief in collaboration, debate, and refinement—essential to the way we approach design.
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A Grateful Farewell to Our Director Katja Lam
After 8 years with COLLECTIVE, Katja has decided to enter a new phase in her life.
Words alone cannot describe our gratitude for Katja being part of COLLECTIVE through our most formative years, working together, and going through challenges and celebrations alike.
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Christie's APAC HQ by COLLECTIVE Achieves LEED Platinum Certification
Christie’s Asia Pacific Headquarters, designed by COLLECTIVE, has achieved LEED Platinum Certification. This accomplishment reflects the project’s alignment with the highest sustainability standards, emphasizing environmentally responsible design and construction practices that enhance operational efficiency and promote well-being.
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83 King Lam Street Wins at MIPIM Asia Awards 2024
83 King Lam Street has won the Bronze Award in the Best Office & Business category at the MIPIM Asia Awards 2024, recognized by a jury of leading experts in the real estate industry.
We are very grateful for the award, which recognizes the collaborative effort of two generations of architects behind the project and its contribution to Hong Kong’s urban public space.
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COLLECTIVE Participates in RIBA HK's Exhibition: The Art of Sketching – Architectural Narratives 2024
'The Art of Sketching – Architectural Narratives 2024', a hand sketch exhibition hosted by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Hong Kong Chapter opens from 20 December 2024 to 25 January 2025. Supported by the Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC), the exhibition showcases over 150 hand sketches from selected architects and students in Hong Kong, illustrating thoughts at different stages of the design process.
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Two COLLECTIVE Projects Honored in 2024 Best of Year Awards by Interior Design
We are delighted to announce that two COLLECTIVE projects—Cosmos Cinema, 14th Shanghai Biennale (Exhibition Category) and Blue Bottle Coffee MixC World Shenzhen (Coffee/Tea Category)—have been named Honorees in this year’s Interior Design Best of Year Awards.
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Betty Ng to Speak at Today at Apple
COLLECTIVE’s founder, Betty Ng, is to speak at Today at Apple event, Spotlight: Building Narratives in Architecture with Betty Ng, on 11 December 2024, from 19:00 to 20:30 at Apple ifc mall, Hong Kong. This public session features a dialogue exploring how research and collaboration shape COLLECTIVE’s concept-driven architecture, creating spaces that emphasize clarity, beauty, and function. Attendees can join the conversation and connect with others.
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COLLECTIVE to Showcase 83 King Lam Street at AIA International Conference 2024
COLLECTIVE is thrilled to be part of the AIA International Conference 2024 in Hong Kong! On Day 2, Friday, October 25th, our directors—Betty Ng, Chi Yan Chan, and Juan Minguez—will guide participants through an exclusive tour of our 83 King Lam Street project. This tour is part of a broader program showcasing a new generation of public spaces, paired with New Office Works’ Cheung Sha Wan Pier Canopy, revealing the creative transformation of these urban areas through collaboration with two major property developers.
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COLLECTIVE Completes Christie's New APAC Headquarters at The Henderson in Hong Kong
COLLECTIVE has completed the interior design for Christie’s new Asia Pacific headquarters at The Henderson in the heart of Central, Hong Kong. Spanning 50,000 square feet across the 6th to 9th floors, the headquarters features a saleroom, museum-standard galleries, dedicated client lounges, and open offices. Christie’s new Asia Pacific home serves as a one-stop central hub for collectors, poised to deliver an unparalleled client experience in the auction industry. COLLECTIVE’s design reflects a deep understanding of Christie’s needs, offering a versatile environment capable of showcasing a diverse range of art and luxury objects, from intimate pieces to large-scale installations.
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AGORA Longlisted for Dezeen Awards 2024 in the Restaurant and Bar Interior category
COLLECTIVE's project, AGORA, has been longlisted in the Restaurant and Bar Interior category for the Dezeen Awards 2024. This year, over 4,130 entries from 82 countries were submitted, and AGORA is one of just 141 projects selected to compete for an award in the interior design categories.
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COLLECTIVE to Present 83 King Lam Street at AIA
COLLECTIVE will be participating in the inaugural edition of OPEN HOUSE HONG KONG, where we will present our recent project: 83 King Lam Street.
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ON SITE at 11 SKIES: In Progress
COLLECTIVE’s design for the Public Rooftop Garden and Observation Deck at 11 SKIES is making significant progress, with completion anticipated in Q3 2024.
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COLLECTIVE Completes Blue Bottle Coffee’s First Café in Southern China
COLLECTIVE has completed the interior design of Blue Bottle Coffee’s first café in Shenzhen, marking the brand’s expansion into Southern China.
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Christie's New APAC HQ Design by COLLECTIVE to be Revealed in September
Christie’s new Asia Pacific headquarters at The Henderson, designed by COLLECTIVE, will open in September 2024. With 50,000 square feet anchoring four full floors of the building that will house a saleroom, galleries, dedicated client spaces, and offices, Christie’s new Asia Pacific home will be a one-stop hub for collecting, poised to deliver an unparalleled client experience.
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Betty Ng named Judge for 2024 RIBA President's Medals - Bronze Medal category
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has appointed Betty to the judging panel for the RIBA Bronze Medal. The panel will evaluate and award the top student architectural projects from around the world.
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