Hin Bus Depot is a vibrant creative hub that houses a gallery, artist studios, startups, several F&B and retail stores as well as a weekend creative market.
The Placemaker Awards Asean (PAA) 2021 is a newly introduced programme to recognise those who transform public spaces in South-East Asia, thereby helping to improve quality of life and strengthen local communities.
StarMetro speaks to some of the winners in various categories to gain insight into their projects and how they have impacted local communities.
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Hin Bus Depot is a vibrant creative hub that houses a gallery, artist studios, startups, several F&B and retail stores as well as a weekend creative market.
Enchanting laneway: People taking photos at the ‘Illuminating Shadows' art installation in Kwai Chai Hong, October 28, 2021. - Filepic
A before (top) and after (below)comparison of the revitalisation of Lorong Caffe Diem in Alor Setar, Kedah. Encomas Sdn Bhd took on the project as its CSR initiative. (Photos taken pre-pandemic)
Kampung Ngampon’s placemaking solution includes a children’s playground.
Chiang Mai Urban Farm was initiated during the Covid-19 pandemic to address food security problems and feed poor city folk.
The team behind Kwai Chai Hong are (standing, from left) Javier Chor, Terrence Liew, Wee Ho, (seated, from left) Zeen Chang and Coco Lew.
Kwai Chai Hong is a passion project aimed at reviving KL’s Chinatown, with immersive mural artworks, regular art installations or activities revolving around the Chinese arts, culture and history.
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