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International Jewellery Show 2024 Exhibition Space by Rachel Tsang Receives the Silver A' Design Award in Event and Happening Design
Rachel Tsang recognized for event and happening design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Silver A' Design Award in the Event and Happening Design category for International Jewellery Show 2024 Exhibition Space by Rachel Tsang, designed for Hong Kong Trade Development Council. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The Silver A' Design Award Explained
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
More About International Jewellery Show 2024 Exhibition Space
International Jewellery Show 2024 is an exhibition design created for an annual jewellery trade fair at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The layout covers 750,000 square feet across five exhibition halls and 18 distinct zones. A four seasons theme guides the design, with a floral spring garden, a summer forest, a golden autumn villa and a winter castle. Lightweight aluminium framing and semi-transparent frosted panels allow assembly within three days. Lighting and thematic elements lead visitors through the displayed collections.
About Rachel Tsang
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels.
Award Record
This recognition makes Rachel Tsang a winner of 12 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted between the 2020 - 2021 and the 2024 - 2025 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Event and Happening Design Award
The A' Event Design Award is an international event design competition recognizing good event designs by leading event designers and organizers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to event designers, corporate event planners, wedding planners and festival organizers from all countries. Typical entries include trade fairs, award ceremonies, festivals, conferences, exhibitions and concerts. The awarded event designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/event
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/167022
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/167022
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!167022
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/270249
- Further Information from the Laureate: http://www.hktdc.com/
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- International Jewellery Show 2024 Exhibition Space
- Function
- Exhibition Space
- Category
- Event and Happening Design
- Discipline
- Service Design
- Industry
- Branding & Advertising and Arts
- Colors
- Black, Steel Blue, Dodger Blue, Yellow Green and Light Green
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Hong Kong Trade Development Council
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Rachel Tsang
- Country
- Hong Kong (China)
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #167022
Credits
- Team
- HKTDC Creative Department
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show is an annual trade fair held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. It showcases a wide range of jewelry and gemstones, featuring distinct zones like the Hall of Extraordinary and Hall of Fame. The event highlights international and regional manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, traders, buyers, and designers, providing a significant platform for global market engagement.
- Inspiration
- To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, we created a vibrant event experience which allowed all visitors to Be part of the Splendid Legacy. Through the unique hall layout and thematic zone design around the four seasons, it reflected different moods and styles of our priceless masterpieces, which symbolized the cycle of life and creativity. The design team's cohesive approach created a visually stunning experience that captivated visitors and showcased breathtaking collections.
- Research
- The exhibition halls were designed according to the theme of four seasons, with AI integrated concept, each reflecting a different mood and style of jewelry. Spring featured a refreshing garden with floral arches, Summer celebrated craftsmanship with a vibrant forest theme and AI ladybirds, Fall showcased prestigious pieces in a golden villa, and Winter offered a luxurious experience with a winter castle and sparkling snowflakes. The design team's approach aimed to enhance the allure of the jewelry collections and guide attendees on a journey of discovery
- Challenge
- We faced significant challenges to transforming a 750,000 sqft exhibition hall in less than 3 days. The design team had to work within a tight schedule and budget, while to create articulate decorative pieces and incorporate different architectural languages. For example the Safari forest with live plantings for Summer, European arches and columns for Fall, together with different lighting treatment, applied different material, texture and VM display items to enhance the overall ambiance.
- Realization and Technology
- The design team integrated AI generated image as a key visual for different thematic halls, such as the floral diamond scepter for spring, lively gem ladybird for summer, to emphasize the beauty and delicacy of the jewelry. This innovative approach highlighted the contrast between nature and technology, showcasing the craftsmanship and innovation of the exhibitors. The overall design strategy involved creating thematic elements for each season, enhancing the focus to our featured diamonds and guiding attendees on a journey of discovery. The use of AI and technology not only added a modern touch but also enhanced the visual and interactive experience for the visitor.
- Operation and Interaction
- The exhibition halls are designed according to the theme of four seasons, each reflecting a different mood and style of jewellery. The four seasons also symbolize the cycle of life and creativity in the jewellery industry. The design team's approach was to create a cohesive and visually stunning experience that would captivate visitors and showcase the breathtaking jewellery collections. By carefully curating the layout, lighting, and thematic elements of each zone, they were able to enhance the allure of the featured pieces and guide attendees on a journey of discovery.
- Project Duration and Location
- The event was held from 29th Feb to 4th Mar 2024 at Hong Kong Conference and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). We spent over six months from design kick-off to project completion, focus on hall layout design & visitors journey. We transformed the venue into a premier diamond event, ensuring every detail was meticulously curated to enhance the experience for both exhibitors and buyers. This strategic approach not only showcased the brilliance and allure of diamond brands but also fostered meaningful connections within the industry, making the event a pivotal business hub for all visitors.
- Specifications
- The event showcased the best of the jewelry industry, with 18 distinct zones in 5 major exhibition halls including Hall 1, Hall 3, Hall 5, Grand Hall & Convention Hall, with a total 750,000 sqft. Due to the tight 3-days installation period, we applied a lightweight and easily assembled structural system like aluminium framing system and semi-transparent frosted panel to create the Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter themes for each major zone, created an unforgettable experience for our visitors. This logistical hurdle required exceptional planning, coordination, and the implementation of innovative solutions to ensure the successful transformation of the vast space.
- Keywords
- Jewellery Show, HKTDC, Exhibition Design
