The Placemakers of Hong Kong pays homage to what local development companies, charitable organizations, as well as the government have been able to achieve in contributing to the enhancement of Hong Kong’s evolving urban and rural landscape over the past few decades. Far from being solely profit-driven, developers and urban planners have been vital to the community by creating and designing urban spaces for the public, increasing walkability, and embracing sustainable design — a process called ‘placemaking’. The book also recognizes that just as important are the subsequent placekeeping activities necessary to keep each project site relevant and up-to-date.
In his talk, Roger Nissim will feature few key case studies, including examination on the ambitious and far-reaching plans on Northern Metropolis, the Twin Towers ICC & IFC, Hong Kong Land’s footbridge, and transformation of New Territories.
The Speaker
Roger Nissim, FRICS, FHKIS, RPS, has been a surveyor in Hong Kong for over fifty years, where he worked in the Lands Department of the Hong Kong Government and in the private sector. He also taught as an adjunct professor in the Department of Real Estate of the University of Hong Kong.
Mr. Nissim is currently Vice-Chairman of Hong Kong Countryside Foundation. He is also Founding member of Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (1984) and Adjunct Professor, University of Hong Kong (2007-2018); His published works include Land Administration and Practice in Hong Kong (Fifth Edition) and The First Estates (2020).
PROGRAMME
Speaker: Roger Nissim, author
Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
(Reception starts at 6:30 pm)
Venue: Café 8, Roof, Hong Kong Maritime Museum, Pier 8, Central
Admission: $175 for members, $220 for guests /non-members (Light refreshments are included in the admission fee)
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