Published in January 2024, the latest edition of SIGNED, the magazine of the Hong Kong Design Institute, focuses on digital heritage and cultural heritage innovation, examining challenges and opportunities in the digital era.
Featured articles
The edition includes a report on emerging design talent at HKDI, emphasizing inclusivity, acceptance, and social sustainability. Articles cover architect Dr. Chan Lai-Kiu’s approach to design, dual perspectives on cultural heritage, and Virtual Historia, described as a treasure hunt for heritage successors. A major feature examines CHO.earth, a hybrid heritage conservation project with economic returns, alongside coverage of immersive multimedia arts and their potential impact.
Exhibitions and events
The magazine highlights several concurrent exhibitions, including “Building a Future” and “Towards a Circular Economy,” the latter featuring interviews with Pieter van Os and Prof Dann van Eijk. Coverage also includes the Hong Kong Denim Festival 2023 and special reporting on Design Business of the Year (BODW) 2023.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary focus of this SIGNED edition?
The edition focuses on digital heritage and cultural heritage innovation, exploring challenges and opportunities in the digital era.
What is CHO.earth?
CHO.earth is a hybrid heritage conservation project examined in the magazine as an approach that combines conservation with economic returns.
Which exhibitions are featured in this edition?
Featured exhibitions include “Building a Future,” “Towards a Circular Economy,” and the Hong Kong Denim Festival 2023.