About this Event
【香港設計中心】策展對話 #280
香港設計中心誠邀你一同參與「策展對話 #280」。
這是一個充滿活力與靈感的下午，活動涵蓋三場精彩對談、現場音樂演出及交流環節，匯聚香港與國際資深策展人和文化界人士，共同探討策展如何連結社群與創造社會價值。
三場精彩對談亮點：
- 對談 1｜展覽製作幕後與生態： 解構展覽從概念到呈獻的挑戰，分享藝術家與設計師的合作模式，適合學生與年輕專業人士。
- 對談 2｜策展與社群連結： 探討展覽如何回應社區需求、吸引公眾參與，策劃更具包容性的公共體驗。
- 對談 3｜策展的社會影響力： 聯同中央聖馬丁（CSM）學者與專家，探討跨界合作、城市規劃及社會效益評估。
無論你是設計學生、策展人、展覽設計師、文化工作者、業內人士，或是對展覽感興趣的人士，歡迎你參與是次活動。
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📅 2026年9月18日 （星期五）
🕒 15:30 - 20:30
📍九龍深水埗通州街280號DX設計館2樓別館
*如欲參與「對談 3」，建議請先參加「對談 1」或「對談 2」
Hong Kong Design Centre presents Curatorial Conversation #280, an afternoon of dynamic dialogue on the evolving role of curation in connecting communities, sustaining creative practice, and creating social value.
Featuring three focused Fireside Chat sessions, a special live musical performance, and networking, the programme brings together leading curators and cultural voices from Hong Kong and internationally.
Programme
- 3:30pm – 4:30pm Fireside Chat 1 | The Life Cycle of Curation
- 4:30pm – 5:00pm Live Performance | Hong Kong Composer Lam Fung’s mahjong musical piece as shown in “Fading Out/In”
- 5:00pm – 6:00pm Fireside Chat 2 | Curation and Community
- 6:15pm – 7:15pm Fireside Chat 3 | Curating for Social Impact: Institutional and International Perspectives
- 7:15pm – 8:30pm Networking | Refreshments
Moderated by Roger Wu, with respondent input from Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design (CSM).
Whether you are a design student, curator, exhibition designer, cultural practitioner, institutional leader, or simply interested in the power of curation, this event offers valuable insights and meaningful connections
*If you are interested in participating in Fireside Chat 3, you are encouraged to first join Fireside Chat 1 or Fireside Chat 2.
對談 1 - 策展流程：從構思到呈現
本節對談將帶領聽眾深入了解展覽製作的背後過程，和展覽策展的生態。
策展人/講者將分享他們於策展路上經歷的各種高低起宕，解構如何由概念到設計、克服各種挑戰，將展覽呈現於大眾眼前。透過真實的展出項目，講者將討論策展人、藝術家和設計師的合作模式，以及將概念轉化為有意義公共體驗的實際步驟。
對談將由香港設計中心業務發展及項目總監胡燦森主持，並邀請中央聖馬丁藝術與設計學院代表擔任回應嘉賓。
本節對談適合有意了解策展人日常工作的學生和年輕專業人士參與。
Fireside Chat Session 1 : The Life Cycle of Curation
This session takes the audience behind the scenes of exhibition-making, revealing the complete life-cycle of curation. Curators / Speakers will share how ideas are developed, how challenges are overcome, and how final exhibitions are realised. Through real project examples, speakers will discuss curatorial decision-making, collaboration with artists and designers, and the practical steps required to turn concepts into meaningful public experiences. Ideal for students and young professionals who want to understand what a curator actually does on a day-to-day basis. Moderated by Roger Wu, with Andy Marsh and Naomi Lewis (Central Saint Martins) as respondents.
Time: 15:30 - 16:30
Fee: FREE
Language: Cantonese
Speakers: Curators of “Fading Out/In" and “Design to Bridge” (Vivienne Yu + Co-Design, Westley Wong)
Moderator: Roger Wu
Respondent: Andy March or Naomi Lewis, Central Saint Martins
對談2 - 策展與社群連結
本對談探討現今展覽如何不止於美學層面，真正與社群建立連結。
講者將分享他們的展覽如何吸引本公眾、回應社區需要，籍此激發更多對話。本節將探討策展人、藝術家與公眾之間的關係，討論如何策展出更具包容性與社會相關性的展覽。
對談將由香港設計中心業務發展及項目總監胡燦森主持，並邀請中央聖馬丁藝術與設計學院代表擔任回應嘉賓。
我們邀請關注社會議題，並對策展與藝術設計感興趣的觀眾一同參與。
Fireside Chat Session 2 : Curation and Community
This talk explores how curation can go beyond aesthetics to genuinely connect with communities. Speakers will share how their exhibitions engage local residents, respond to community needs, and create lasting dialogue. The session will examine the relationship between curators, artists, and the public, and discuss practical methods for making exhibitions more inclusive and socially relevant. It is particularly valuable for audience interested in the social role of art and design. Moderated by Roger Wu, with Andy Marsh and Naomi Lewis (Central Saint Martins) as respondents.
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
Fee: FREE
Language: Cantonese
Speakers: Curators of "Meow-cation" and “Browse and Found in SSP” (Edmund@ArtDreamers+Kam Shing Yan@ArtDreamers, Vivienne Yu + Kwan Ng)
Moderator: Roger Wu
Respondent: Andy March or Naomi Lewis, Central Saint Martins
對談3 - 策展的社會影響力：機構與國際視野
本節對談探討香港設計中心如何透過展覽影響社會，並探討策展、藝術機構與學院如何透過城市規劃、跨界合作以及連結社區，共同創造持久的社會價值。來自英國中央聖馬丁藝術與設計學院的講者將分享他們在發展社區共融計劃，如何平衡藝術要求與肩負社會責任方面的經驗。
對談將由香港設計中心業務發展及項目總監胡燦森主持，並邀請中央聖馬丁藝術與設計學院代表Andy Marsh 以及 Naomi Lewis, 還有專長為文化項目做社會效益評估的Marianna Lemus-Boskovitch擔任客席嘉賓。對談將以英文進行。
Fireside Chat Session 3 : Curating for Social Impact: Institutional and International Perspectives
This session explores how curation, institutions, and academia collaborate to generate lasting social value through urban regeneration and community engagement. Experts from Central Saint Martins (CSM)—Andy Marsh and Naomi Lewis—share insights on inclusive programming and balancing artistic excellence with social responsibility, alongside Marianna Lemus-Boskovitch, who specializes in social impact measurement frameworks for cultural projects.
Moderated by Roger Wu, this forward-looking discussion offers candid takeaways and transferable lessons comparing King’s Cross (CSM) with leading Hong Kong institutions.
Time: 18:15 - 19:15
Fee: FREE
Language: English
Speakers: Andy Marsh (Centreal Saint Martins), Naomi Lewis (Central Saint Martins), Marianna Lemus-Boskovitch
Moderator: Roger Wu
Target Audience: Design students, exhibition design, curatorial and programme management practitioners, management level of art and cultural institutions.
惡劣天氣開放情況 Inclement Weather Arrangements
8 號或以上熱帶氣旋警告訊號 Typhoon sign No. 8 or above:
若八號熱帶氣旋警告信號於當天下午2時前除下，DX設計館 (本館) 將會在3小時內重新開放；如警告於下午2時或其後除下，本館當日將維持關閉。
DX design hub (the Hub) will resume service within three hours if the signal is cancelled before 2pm; if the signal is cancelled at or after 2pm , the Hub will remain closed for the day.
黑色暴雨警告 Black rainstorm warning:
若本館經已開放，則開放時間維持不變。若黑色暴雨警告在本館開放前經已生效，本館將不會開放，直至黑色暴雨警告除下。倘若除下時距離本館閉館時間不足兩小時，當日將不會開放。
If the warning is issued during normal opening hours, the Hub will remain open.
If the warning is issued before the Hub opens, the Hub will be closed until the warning is cancelled. If the warning is cancelled less than 2 hours before normal closing hours, the Hub will remain closed that day.
本館保留權利及絕對酌情權隨時改變、更改、增補、刪除、暫時停載、修訂及更新此訪客指引而無須給予任何理由及預先通知。
The Hub reserves the right and is entitled to change, alter, add, delete, suspend, revise and update all information on this “General Visitor Guideline” at any time at its absolute discretion without giving any reasons and prior notice.
完成報名登記的人士，即表示已閱覽及同意報名程序、DX設計館一般訪客指引條款及細則。
Individuals who complete the registration process confirm that they have read and agreed to the registration procedures, as well as the general visitor guidelines, terms, and conditions of The Lounge.
DX設計館
由香港設計中心負責營運的 DX 設計館是一個位處深水埗充滿活力的地標，為新晉設計人才及時裝設計師提供培育和交流的地方，協助他們入行或創業。我們的使命是營造一個充滿創意和協作的環境，促進設計師和行業持份者之間的交流，使DX設計館成為香港的創意樞紐。
DX design hub
Operated by Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC), DX design hub (the Hub) is a dynamic landmark in Sham Shui Po dedicated to nurturing emerging design talents and fashion designers, providing them with the essential groundwork to launch their careers and establish their own businesses. Our mission is to foster an environment rich in creativity and collaboration, facilitating valuable exchanges among designers and industry stakeholders, and enabling the Hub to become the creative anchor in Hong Kong.
關於香港設計中心
香港設計中心作為香港特別行政區政府的策略伙伴，我們充分發揮香港作為中外文化藝術交流中心的優勢，從設計中創造價值。
我們的主要項目包括：設計營商周（BODW）、bodw Future Lab、DFA 設計獎、 Fashion Asia Hong Kong 及 設計@HKG（前身為 BODW In the City）。自2024年起，我們在深水埗營運DX設計館，致力培育新晉設計人才，促進設計業界的合作及交流，同時為公眾帶來創新展覽、時裝展示及文化體驗的沉浸之旅。
為了實現目標，我們：
- 培養設計的創意文化
- 為各方持份者提供拓展商機的平台，釋放設計潛能
- 推動各個設計領域的卓越發展
About HKDC
Hong Kong Design Centre is a strategic partner of the HKSAR Government in leveraging the city’s East-meets-West advantage to create value from design.
The major programmes include Business of Design Week (BODW), bodw Future Lab, DFA Awards, Fashion Asia Hong Kong and DESIGN@HKG (formerly BODW In the City). Since 2024, we have also been operating the DX design hub in Sham Shui Po, dedicated to fostering emerging design talents and facilitating collaborations and exchanges in the design industry, as well as providing visitors an immersive experience through innovative exhibitions, fashion showcases and cultural events.
To achieve our goals we:
- Cultivate a culture of design
- Bridge stakeholders to opportunities that unleash the power of design
- Promote excellence in various design disciplines
文創產業發展處(文創處)於2024年6月成立，前身為自2009年設立的「創意香港」。文創處是香港特別行政區政府文化體育及旅遊局轄下為文化和創意業界提供一站式服務與支援的專責辦公室，致力為香港營造有利的環境，促進藝術、文化及創意業界的產業化發展。文創處的策略重點為培育人才及促進初創企業的發展、開拓市場、推動更多跨界別跨領域的合作、推動文化藝術和創意業界產業化，以及在社會營造創意氛圍，以加強香港成為亞洲創意之都和中外文化藝術交流中心的定位。
The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) since 2009, was established in June 2024. CCIDA is a dedicated office under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative sectors with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate development of the arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. CCIDA’s strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and multi-disciplinary collaboration, promoting industrialisation of the arts, culture and creative sectors under the industry-oriented principle, and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community, thereby reinforcing Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and our positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Annex, 2/F, DX design hub, DX design hub, Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong (SAR)
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.