New Art Tech Collection at HKSTP Experience Centre to Shape a Sustainable Future

(Hong Kong, 3 June 2024) – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) proudly presents the newly revamped HKSTP Experience Centre (EC) at Hong Kong Science Park. Marking its third anniversary, the EC gathered six renowned international and local artists for an elevated exhibition that celebrates the harmonious confluence of technology, sustainability and startup dynamism.

Co-created with incubatees Reunite and Things That Move, HKSTP is showcasing an exclusive art tech series crafted under the theme "House Warming", taking visitors on a thought-provoking journey through sustainability and technology. It encompasses mesmerising art pieces inspired by migratory birds, including the world premiere of “Refuges”, a drone video display on curved wall by international acclaimed artist Francois Quevillon.

The EC with enhanced interactive experiences with over 300 tech components across 10 zones vividly illustrates technological advancements propelled by HKSTP and its park companies, while underscoring the importance of a balance between I&T growth and environmental stewardship. Stepping up to lead the sector in addressing climate issues, HKSTP is poised to drive green innovations and achieve the Net-Zero Standard of Science Based Targets initiative by 2045.

Since its inauguration in May 2021, the EC has attracted over 24,000 visitors, establishing itself as a pivotal platform for engagement with I&T. Through the revamped centre, HKSTP is set to inspire green actions among its visitors for a sustainable future.

EC offers guided tours through advance booking. In support of the upcoming World Environment Day, the centre will be open to the public on 5 June. Register now: stp.hk/3R3bK58

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Photo 1: Celebrating its 3rd anniversary, Experience Centre presents a brand-new exclusive art tech series under the theme "House Warming", taking visitors on a thought-provoking journey through sustainability and technology.

Photo 2: Visitors are welcome by "Flocking at New Heights" in the new exhibition. Art tech curator cum HKSTP incubatee “Things That Move” created a striking contrast between the technologically driven entrance of Experience Centre and nature.

Photo 3: In an immersive room, visitors will experience, from the perspective of birds, the challenges brought by global warming. Through the artwork "Restoration", famous local 3D artist and image designer Wyatt Lau intends to emphasize the vulnerability of migratory birds and highlight the interdependence of all creatures by juxtaposing their points of view.

Photo 4: The "Perch" digital art installation on LED pillars are created using data from Hong Kong Bird Watching Society which recorded ten migratory birds pass-by Hong Kong as their pit stop. Renowned local media artist Kachi Chan hopes to highlight the importance of Hong Kong to these migratory birds.

Photo 5: The "Ornithopter Duo" installation in a black tunnel allows visitors to bring these mechanical birds to life by stepping on energy-generating panels. Kenny Wong and Joseph Chan, renowned local artists specialised in media and kinetic arts respectively, attempt to emphasize the power of individual efforts to environment conservation.

Photo 6: The "Shield" is composed by eco-friendly wall tiles made from recycled eggshell. The renowned designer and materialogist Elaine Ng would like to showcase an elegant balance of innovation and sustainable development through the artwork.

Photo 7: Experience Centre presents the world premiere of "Refuges" by the internationally acclaimed artist Francois Quevillon. The video on a curve wall shows aerial perspectives on the interactions and behaviours of seabird colonies among sand dunes that are constantly shaped by tides, waves and currents, reflecting animal displacement amid climate changes.

Photo 8: The art tech journey concludes in the Infinity Room with interactive installation "Response” by “Things That Move”. The artwork invites visitors to make a pledge to reduce carbon emissions, reinforcing the collective effort required to address climate challenges.

Photo 9: Curated by HKSTP’s incubatee Reunite Limited, a new collection of enhanced interactive installations highlights accomplishments of I&T industries and their contributions to society. A novel interactive experience with our "Robots Everywhere" exhibit features how robotics enhance daily life, from traffic control to new energy generation.

Photo 10: The "AI Surgical Instruments Count Challenge", created by Reunite Limited, provides a hands-on look at how AI can be applied in hospitals to tackle real life challenges. Visitors can learn about the joint projects of HKSTP and other sectors.

Photo 11: Experience Centre offers a virtual helicopter tour over Science Park, INNOPARKs and our Shenzhen branch with the "STP Ecosystem Helicopter Simulator", providing a bird's-eye view of the scale and integration of our thriving I&T ecosystem. (Created by Reunite Limited)

Appendix

Artist/Incubatees	Profile
François Quévillon	Internationally acclaimed artist Significant contributions to the field of interactive art and media installations, continually pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology Garnered widespread recognition, his works have been exhibited at prestigious galleries, museums, and international art festivals worldwide His installations have captivated audiences at renowned institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, the Tate Modern in London, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the Venice Biennale, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the global art scene
Joseph Chan	Local kinetic art artist Focuses on form, motion, and engineering ingenuity Creates flying bird automatons, orrery, time machines, marble machines, transforming machines, and walking machines Reflects multicultural influences of living in a revolutionary time of science, art, and technology discoveries and inventions
Kachi Chan	Local interdisciplinary artist Currently working as a Research Assistant Professor at the School of Creative Arts, Hong Kong Baptist University Interested in employing computational animation, digital reality technologies and robotics as lenses to expand the notion of moving images as well as to examine the connections between physical and digital realities His works were presented internationally at occasions including Ars Electronica (Austria and London), Art Basel in Hong Kong, Interactive Architecture Lab at University College London (UCL) and NHK (Japan) Received numerous awards, including Honorary Mention of the prestigious media arts competition The Prix Ars Electronica (2022), The Bartlett Medal of UCL (2022) and Golden Pin Design Award (2019)
Wyatt Lau	Local 3D artist and image designer HKFA 40th - 3D design and animation Habour CIty UniChristmas - 3D design and animation HKFA 41st - 3D design and animation Taikwun Innerglow 2023 - 3D visual design and animation ACCF concert 2022 - 3D visual design and animation Aaron Kwok Amazing Dream Live 2023 Macau - 3D visual design and animation Aga Onederful Live 2023 - 3D visual design and animation
Elaine Ng	British Chinese materialologist and holds an MA Design in Textile Futures from Central Saint Martins in London Founder of The Fabrick Lab, which combines textiles, electronics, biomimicry, interiors, and installations Received global recognition and numerous design awards, including AD100 The Game Changer, The Influencer by INDE, and Swarovski's Designer of the Future Award Appointed as Nature Squared's Chief Material Innovator in 2020, focusing on turning waste materials into sustainable construction materials, with a particular emphasis on biowaste in the medical industry
Kenny Wong	Local artist and designer Solo and collaborative works have been exhibited in over 10 countries, including prestigious events and venues such as Ars Electronica Festival, WRO Media Art Biennale, and Athens Video Art Festival Named one of the Golden 15 for the International Emerging Artist Award and receiving the Award for Young Artist 2014 in Media Arts (Hong Kong) Founder of the creative and research studio Things That Move Pursued his MFA in Sculpture at Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. Part-time Lecturer at the School of Creative Media, City University of Hong Kong, and earned his BA in Creative Media from the same institution in 2011
Things That Move	Member of HKSTP Incubation Programme Specialized in digital installations, kinetic art, creative and research studio Key members with 10+ years of professional experience in art and technology
Reunite Limited	Member of HKSTP incubation program Specialized in web-based 3D rendering suitable for VFX, XR, AR, and metaverse development, creator of the Agape Engine Silver Telly Winner 2023: Category of Immersive, Interactive, & Mixed - Metaverse Bronze Telly Winner 2023: Category of Immersive, Interactive, & Mixed - Virtual Events & Experiences Top 11 Tech Enabler of the Year 2023: Revive Tech Asia Awards - Organisation Excellence

New Art Tech Collection at HKSTP Experience Centre to Shape a Sustainable Future

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