What the Project Is
INTERCONNECTING PEOPLE AND MAKING PLACES – onebite DESIGN | RESEARCH | SOCIAL has emerged as an inspirational force in the Architecture design & planning industry in Hong Kong. Recognized as Hong Kong’s first certified B-corp architecture firm, onebite sees architecture as a catalyst for a better future. The practice aligns perfectly with B-corp’s motto: Business as a force for good. This project nurtures liveable spaces, loveable places, and endearing communities by building social connections and interweaving diverse urban fabrics – truly a design journey that interconnects people and makes places.
Main Benefit
Key figures and facts underline the project’s impact:
- B-corp score: 80.7
- Main keywords: architecture, public space, Hong Kong, placemaking, social creatives, and engagement
- Embraces the philosophy of using design as a positive impact tool
- Offers consultancy services across spatial, social, and urban innovations
- Integrates interdisciplinary cooperations with DESIGN, URBAN, STRATEGY, and SOCIAL as its key thrusts
Innovative Placemaking Approach
Placemaking is in onebite’s DNA – a concept that goes beyond conventional architecture. The method adopts a WE approach that builds consensus among a diverse range of stakeholders including government agencies, business owners, homeowners, and community users. With the co-creation KNOT methodology at its core, the process seeks common ground and builds strong community bonds. This collaborative spirit turns spaces into vibrant places… a lovely transformation that makes every project feel like a conversation among neighbors.
Building Shared Value in Urban Environments
Onebite is a firm believer in the multiplier effect produced through interdisciplinary cooperations. With a cross-disciplinary team of architects, designers, community managers, and researchers, the firm leverages shared expertise to innovate and create unified platforms in urban planning. Their four key design thrusts – DESIGN, URBAN, STRATEGY, and SOCIAL – illustrate a well-rounded approach to building shared value in cities. This shared vision has seen distinct planning processes that not only enhance urban landscapes but also affirm the importance of inclusive city-making.
Designing for Resilience
Drawing inspiration from Hong Kong’s unique social conditions and milestone events, onebite approaches design as a process of co-creating resilience. Whether it is using plants to spark conversations among neighbors or transforming overlooked rooftop spaces into community havens, the practice sees design as a creative medium with a purpose. This project proves that resilient design doesn’t just address the immediate needs of a city but lays the foundation for sustainable living, turning challenges into opportunities… all with a touch of creative energy.
Project Impact
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – fostering liveable and loveable urban environments
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure – driving innovative urban design and interdisciplinary collaborations
- SDG 13: Climate Action – advocating for sustainable, resilient planning in the face of urban challenges
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – uniting various stakeholders to build strong, interconnected communities
Exploring the Onebite Journey Further
The values of onebite resonate in every detail of its work; TIME TO BE KNOTIE! is more than a call to action – it marks the transition into a new design thinking era, welcoming 2023 with open arms. Advancing from the traditional double-diamond design thinking model, the introduction of the triple-diamond framework reaffirms the firm’s commitment to continuous innovation. The project spans multiple domains, ranging from Public Space & Architecture, Placemaking, Art & Culture, to Interior & Product, Storytelling & Communications, and Research & Urban Analysis. This expansive range of services and deep-rooted research reinforces the idea that design is not merely about aesthetics – it’s about meaningful, lasting impact. Each resource shared, every consultancy offered, and every project undertaken shares onebite’s consistent message: design is the catalyst for more liveable and loveable cities.
