China News Service, Hong Kong, February 14 (Reporter Liu Dawei) A huge red heart-shaped design installation designed by British designer Anya Hindmarch was unveiled in Central, Hong Kong on the 14th. This is the first time that the design has been exhibited outside of London. Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Lee Ka-chiu, said when attending the unveiling ceremony that this shows the innovation and vitality of Hong Kong.
This design installation called "Chubby Hearts" was first exhibited in London in 2018, and immediately sparked heated discussions in the global design community. The red heart on display in Hong Kong is 12 meters in diameter.
The picture shows the opening ceremony of the "Chubby Hearts Hong Kong" event. Photo by China News Service reporter Li Zhihua
Li Jiachao said that this exhibition is one of the many grand events held in Hong Kong in the new year. The SAR government will continue to organize more events to create fascinating new experiences for Hong Kong and highlight Hong Kong's status as an international event capital. At the same time, it is hoped that this will showcase Hong Kong’s advantages and promote local economic development.
Anya Hindmarch said that Hong Kong is one of her favorite cities and it has always been her wish to bring "Chubby Hearts" here. It is hoped that these installations can bring surprises to Hong Kong, a vibrant and creative city, while spreading happiness.
The first day of the exhibition coincided with Valentine's Day in the West. Before the event started, many citizens and tourists had gathered around the installation. At about 11:15, the giant red heart slowly rose. Li Jiachao and his wife, who came to officiate, became the first couple to take selfies next to the red heart.
When being interviewed by reporters, tourist Ms. Li was holding a bouquet of roses and taking a photo with her boyfriend under red hearts. She said that she received a surprise rose from her boyfriend that morning, and saw this giant red heart when she went shopping. She felt the double festive atmosphere of the festival and hoped that the lovers would eventually get married.
The picture shows citizens taking selfies under the "giant red heart" device. Photo by China News Service reporter Li Zhihua
It is understood that the giant red heart will be on display in Hong Kong until February 24, the day of the Lantern Festival. During this period, in addition to the red hearts located in the Statue Square Garden in Central, floating red hearts with a diameter of about 3 meters will also "pop-up" at 16 landmark buildings or attractions in Hong Kong, including Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower, Victoria Peak, Mong Kok Flower Market, and Lam Tsuen Wishing Plaza. "Appearance.
Event curator and business development and project director of the Hong Kong Design Center, Lam Mei-wa, said that she hopes to use the red heart installation to appear in various attractions to remind everyone that design can not only connect people and communities, but also bring business opportunities, creating more vibrant places for the city. Atmosphere. (over)