Nullahplace was designed with the objective of demonstrating how the use of temporary urban design interventions can be an effective bottom-up planning tool to reactivate abandoned and residual urban spaces of the city. By exploring the idea of ‘making place’ as a method to develop a more inclusive and vibrant urban environment, the project was conceived to create new areas for social interaction in this dense urban area of Kowloon.

This low-cost urban intervention was completed in 9 working days during the month of April 2022, involving students, volunteers, and members of the community.

The 10-year vacant lot was activated and became a dignified rest area for cleaners from the trash station next to the site, a popular outdoor dining room when COVID-19 dine-in bans were introduced, and a playground for all to enjoy. The 3-month experiment informed the NGO renter what public programs will be needed for a long-term public space renovation of this site.