Behind the Steles: Design and Culture of Engraving
This project aims to examine the historical cemeteries and celebration steles in Hong Kong from an Eastern Asian perspective. Through a comprehensive analysis of these sites, including their design, architectural features, and the rituals associated with them, the project aims to gain insights into the cultural heritage and historical development of Hong Kong. It explores how Eastern Asian traditions, such as ancestor worship and Feng Shui principles, intersect with Western influences, resulting in a distinct blend of cultural practices. By examining the bi-lingual nature of inscriptions and the incorporation of Western architectural styles, the project delves into the broader cultural and social context of Hong Kong of its multicultural identity and the complex interactions between Eastern Asian and Western cultures.
This project aims to examine the historical cemeteries and celebration steles in Hong Kong from an Eastern Asian perspective. Through a comprehensive analysis of these sites, including their design, architectural features, and the rituals associated with them, the project aims to gain insights into the cultural heritage and historical development of Hong Kong. It explores how Eastern Asian traditions, such as ancestor worship and Feng Shui principles, intersect with Western influences, resulting in a distinct blend of cultural practices. By examining the bi-lingual nature of inscriptions and the incorporation of Western architectural styles, the project delves into the broader cultural and social context of Hong Kong of its multicultural identity and the complex interactions between Eastern Asian and Western cultures.
- 2023
- Grantee: Westley Wong
Westley Wong is the Creative Director of Wholly Wholly, Managing Editor of @nowllloading, and a Visiting Lecturer in the School of Design at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Anticipating the rising trend of integrated design, Westley and his team are passionate about exploring both tradition and innovation. Since 2018, they have worked with over twenty brands in Hong Kong that are more than 50 years old. Their work has been acknowledged by various media outlets and has received numerous awards. Academically, Westley is the author of 'Experiential Branding: Before, Now, and Then' (Cup, 2023). He is currently completing 'Ink and the City', a research project on the most influential calligraphers in Hong Kong's history, which will be released by the end of 2023.