St. James' Settlement received a grant of HK$15 million from the Swire Foundation to sponsor the development and operation of a community open space on the waterfront of Quarry Bay. The project was officially named "Quarryside" and is expected to be completed by the end of next year.
The "House District" will provide a one-story multi-purpose activity center and open lawns for community use, and some spaces will be open 24 hours a day.
The Swire Foundation's sponsorship lasts for three years and is mainly used to fund the operation of community open space.
The project will build a community-led vitality space on an unused land plot of approximately 3,740 square meters near Haidi Street, Quarry Bay, open to the public for recreation and use.
Swire Properties also supports the design and construction of the project and provides advice on its future operations.
The Community Open Space Project was supported by the Development Bureau's "Supporting Non-Government Organizations to Make Good Use of Vacant Government Land" funding program, and approved a grant of HK$60 million to cover the construction costs of the project.
To celebrate the smooth development of the project, representatives from the Development Bureau, St. James' Settlement, Swire Foundation and Swire Properties held a groundbreaking ceremony at the community open space project site today (24th).
(Photo provided by St. James' Settlement)
The project is officially named "Quarryside" (Quarryside), which means that the recreational space belongs to Quarry Bay and is built for the area.
To celebrate the smooth development of the project, representatives from the Development Bureau, St. James' Settlement, Swire Foundation and Swire Properties held a groundbreaking ceremony at the community open space project site today (24th).
Set up pet-friendly facilities
The project will be completed by the end of 2022. A one-story multi-purpose activity center and open lawn will be provided for community use. Part of the space will be open to the public 24 hours. The lawn and the multi-purpose activity room in the building will be used for holding A series of regular activities and large-scale key activities. The theme of the activities is to promote the development of arts and culture, sustainable development and creative ideas of the Hong Kong Island East community, and to promote the rich historical and cultural traditions of the district.
The multi-purpose activity rooms and venues in the "sharing area" will be open to local community groups and non-profit organizations to apply for use. There will also be pet-friendly facilities in the space to provide another resting space for animal lovers and fur children.
The activity plan will be held in diversified formats and themes, such as sports courses to promote physical and mental health; traditional handicraft workshops and exhibitions to encourage communication among community members; design thinking workshops and large-scale community activities such as themed fairs and environmental upgrading and recycling activities. It can also attract the public to participate.
The short-term lease approved by St. James' Settlement is about 3,740 square meters of seaside land.
(Photo provided by St. James' Settlement)
Li Minbin, vice chairman of the Executive Committee of St. James' Settlement, said that this project will promote social interaction and improve community relations through community participation.
The Secretary for Development, Wong Wai-lun, said that the government has spared no effort in promoting waterfront development in recent years and has been working with the Waterfront Affairs Committee through the "first communication and then optimization" model to strive to release more waterfront land for public enjoyment as soon as possible.
The "Sher District" project is a successful example of the cooperation of non-governmental organizations, private enterprises and the government.
The plan is to build a one-story multi-purpose activity center and open the lawn for public use.
(Photo provided by St. James' Settlement)
He Yili, Chairman of the Swire Group’s Charity Council, described the project concept as fully in line with the goal of the “Trust and Hope for the Future” project to bring hope and positive impact to the community. He especially appreciates St. James’ Settlement’s plan to cooperate with other non-governmental organizations to open up venues. The organizing of various community activities by different groups can help strengthen community connections and bring long-term benefits to society.
And Peng Guobang, Chief Executive Officer of Swire Properties, said, "I am very pleased to use our experience and knowledge to contribute to the design and interest of this community's open space."
The Chairman of the Waterfront Affairs Committee, Wu Yongshun, said that the committee has always been aiming to connect the entire Victoria Harbour waterfront. This time, thanks to the funding scheme of the Development Bureau, the St. James' Settlement and the Swire Group Charitable Trust Fund have adapted to local conditions and promoted the emergence of the "House District" project. , To bring more opportunities for the public to interact and rest on the waterfront, and to provide a venue for the community to hold cultural, artistic and festive activities.
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