We are honoured to present Dr. Henry Steiner as our honouree of the Design Trust Legacy Award at this year’s Gala supported by Prada and many generous donors, as part of our mission to advocate for the positive value of the processes of design. This is in recognition of Dr. Steiner’s prolific contribution to establish graphic design as a profession and his impact on the visual landscape in Hong Kong and beyond. Design Trustee, Dr. Victor Lo and Board member Alan Lo presented the award to Dr. Steiner.
Prolific and pioneering in his approach, Dr. Steiner has created some of the most iconic graphic designs such as the logos of HSBC, Hongkong Land, Dairy Farm, and Hong Kong Telephone Company which shaped Hong Kong’s visual landscape. His Standard Chartered banknotes pay homage to Hong Kong’s Chinese cultural heritage and at the same time present Hong Kong’s pole position as a progressive, global city. He has created modern and international identity systems for corporations during Hong Kong’s economic boom era.
"I was pleasantly surprised - and deeply honored - when I received the news of my being selected for this recognition. It is not just for me, but an acknowledgement of the value of graphic design in today’s Hong Kong. Graphic design is often confused with some form of decoration but it is much more than that. It is a means of visual communication, allowing messages and information to be understood quickly and appropriately, and much more. It used to be called ‘commercial art’ and in my practice I have worked to educate my clients and colleagues on the importance of this new profession. I am pleased by the growing number of colleagues in Hong Kong and delighted to receive the award, also, on their behalf. Thank you." By Henry Steiner (December 16th 2021)
