Quarryside Kicks Off Trial Operations in July

Supported by the Funding Scheme to Support the Use of Vacant Government Sites by Non-government Organisations of the Development Bureau of the HKSAR Government, Quarryside is a new harbourfront community space that has transformed a vacant government plot into a multifunctional arena to promote a creative, healthy lifestyle. Facilities include a dockyard theatre is open 24 hours; workshop space for artists and creators to engage with the public; community kitchen for social interaction through food; adaptable indoor function rooms; and a pet-friendly open lawn.

A collective effort of the Government, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and the private sector, this project is operated by St. James’ Settlement and sponsored by the Swire Group Charitable Trust (Swire Trust), which has contributed HKD15 million towards its development and operation. Meanwhile, Swire Properties provides consultancy support for its design, construction and operation.

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Echoing the district’s history and culture, the architectural design of the pavilion and open spaces at Quarryside are inspired by Quarry Bay’s industrial past—the sugar refinery and the Taikoo dockyard. The tiled appearance of the pavilion roof resembles that of a refinery; its flattened centre recalls a pier; while the amphitheatre echoes the dockyard.

For further details, please refer to its website. —Construction+ Online

Source: Swire Pacific