21/11/2025
For Simon Lee, Director of Design Management at Kai Tak Sports Park, good design isn’t just about looking great, it’s also about creating harmony with the city. And for evidence of his design philosophy in practice, look no further than the Kai Tak Main Stadium, glowing in shades of blue and purple as it reflects the light of Victoria Harbour.
Each of the structure’s 27,000 façade panels is subtly unique and meticulously designed to enhance safety and durability as well as performance. What’s more, the degree of reflectivity belonging to each panel is carefully calibrated to harmonize with the lives of local residents. It’s thanks to thoughtful design like this that Lee has been able to create a stadium that truly belongs to the whole city.
And, of course, Lee has not forgotten actual users of the stadium: through the south-facing façade, spectators can glimpse Victoria Harbour as they watch the games — seeing not just the stadium, not just Kai Tak, but all of Hong Kong. In short, Lee has designed something that’s so much more than a venue for sport: it’s a literal reflection of Hong Kong’s integration into the Greater Bay Area!
The documentary “Game On, Kai Tak! – Road to the National Games” is coming soon – join us in witnessing Hong Kong rise to its National Games moment.
