The University Square Tafirest n Tsedawit sɣur Campus Development Office

The University Square Tafirest n Tsedawit sɣur Campus Development Office d anerbaz yettwaqadren meqqren n 2025 Tarbaḥt A' Design Award n Uzzal deg Taggayt n Tnaflit n Afeṣṣel n Taɣessa n Umnaḍ d Wurti.

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The University Square Tafirest n Tsedawit

sɣur Campus Development Office

Amsaɣ: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Anerbaz n Tarbaḥt A' Design Award n Uzzal deg Taggayt n Afeṣṣel n Umnaḍ

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Ɣef The University Square Tafirest n Tsedawit

Tafirest n Tsedawit d asnirem n tmurt i yiwet n tsedawit yellan di Hong Kong. Amkan yellan ur nettwasqadec ara akken iwata, yettwabeddel ar tfirest tarusant i wid ileḥḥun s uḍar akked wemkan uldi n 2,200 n lmitrat aserwis, s tewsit n 60 ɣer 36 n lmitrat. Tafirest tettbin-d d amḍiq alemmas n temlilit u tesnerni tikli gar yifgan n tsedawit. Sin isekla imeqqranen yellan yakan ttwaḥrezen d imukan n leɛqel u ttwazwaren s yiḍublan n weɣrur (deck) i d-yettwaxedmen s ufus deg umkan yiman-is. Iḍublan-agi s snat tewsatin ttɛawanen deg temlilit ur nsertti, deg westeɛfu akked deg tedyanin tibararin n tsedawit.

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Ɣef Tarbaḥt A' Design Award n Uzzal

The University Square Tafirest n Tsedawit d amerbaḥ n Tarbaḥt A' Design Award n Uzzal, tagmat i yisnulfa yelhan i yemmalen ayen i d-ttrajun yimdanen seg yisnulfa yelhan. Imerbaḥen n Uzzal ttbanen d tmusni, tmahilt d tazmert n yimahilen-nsen. The University Square Tafirest n Tsedawit ad yili d asnulfu yettwaɛezzen, yelhan, amaynut. Isnulfa-a ttwaɛezzen imi ɛawnen deg tudert, rran ddunit ugar n lxir.

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Ismawen n terbaɛt, iferdisen itiknikanen akked telɣut i d-yefka umeṣṣufeɣ.

Taɣara Tasuft: The University Square is a project that rejuvenated an existing low-utilization area into a 2,200 s.m. pedestrian friendly lawn and open space that significantly enhance the quality of the PolyU community.
The project introduce a new symbolic and iconic center for the main campus, and enhance the circulation between campus blocks. The openness of the lawn also provide a groundbreaking social interaction mode.
Tigejdiwin & Akemmus: The lawn is a 2,200 square meter open space. The lawn itself is roughly 60 meter x 36 meter long.
Tibzimin: Lawn, Open Space, University, Institutional, Green Area, Heritage preservation
Tasnakta n Ufares: The usual preference for large empty space in campus setting, leans toward constructing academic or research related facilities, but through reimagining the existing plaza and surrounding space, the design creates a 2,200 s.m. pedestrian-friendly lawn and open area that enhances circulation around Block M and the Library Area. This redefined the value of open space in academic environment, as the space will not only provide a serene retreat for relaxation and reconnection with nature but also to accommodate large-scale events for the PolyU community and visitors, such as Flag raising ceremonies, Graduation ceremonies, Information Day, academic fairs to cultural celebrations. These events serve as a welcoming and dynamic showcase for campus life, and strengthens PolyU's reputation as a forward-thinking and inclusive institution.
Asewḥel n Usnulfu: To minimize disturbance to the daily operation of the campus, the bulk of the construction is compressed into the summer holiday period. This limited window of time is further squeezed as Hong Kong faced some of the heaviest rainfall in the past 50 years during 2023 summer. The design and construction team had implemented a phased approach, with more flexible working schedules to ensure the PolyU Community can continue to their operations smoothly and the pedestrian flow around the site is seamless.
Anadi: The design team conducted a thorough observation of the younger generation's behavior and identified a key trend: they enjoy being seen and engaging in social interactions within public spaces. To cater to this preference, the team reimagined the existing plaza, transforming it into a vibrant, open space that fosters connection and visibility. The new design features expansive, tree-lined deck seating areas that are both inviting and functional, encouraging people to gather, relax, and interact. The open layout ensures that the space feels inclusive and accessible, while the strategically placed seating under the trees provides a blend of shade and comfort. This thoughtful redesign not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the plaza but also aligns with the younger generation's desire for spaces where they can socialize, be seen, and feel a sense of community. The result is a dynamic, welcoming environment that bridges functionality with modern social trends.
Aseḥbiber: The design concept is to balance the site's natural heritage and introduce the PolyU community of a new social interaction mode, to see and to be seen. This bold design solution represents a new paradigm in campus design, enhancing the sense of community, and strengthen connection between nature.
Tanzagt n Usenfar: The project started in March 2023 and completed for Grand Opening in October 2023.
Tanila n Umahil: The lawn celebrated highlight the two existing veteran trees, integrating them into the design with new timber sitting decks to create popular gathering spots. The custom made deck seating with its irregular shaped decks, is hand-crafted and constructed on site. This approach not only preserved the trees as focal points that encourage the community to sit and interact, but also its warm timber tones add a touch of artistry to the space, making it visually striking. The two tier deck also allow for flexibility in terms of use, and allow users to interact and form different types of engagement. This thoughtful integration of heritage and modernity sets a new paradigm in campus design, enhancing the sense of community and fostering a deeper connection between people and place.
Ibrivan: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Igmamen n Terbaɛt: Architect: AJAR Ltd.
Landscape Consultant: SLSL
Structural Consultant: KHAL
E&M Consultant: EGIS
Imsuren n Tugniwin: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University