Located in Hong Kong Science Park, InnoCell is a pilot project of using Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) in Hong Kong. It provides a minimum of 500 bedspaces. Room types include Standard Studio, Sleepbox, Co-living and Family Unit (Recreational and co-living and co-working space integrated with the residential units) with supporting ancillary facilities. It is a smart living and co-creation community for tech talents after the completion of project.
The 17-storey building sits on a 32,000-sq ft. site adjacent to the southeast entrance of Hong Kong Science Park.The building is assembled by 418 modules and provides 5 types of room.
InnoCell gained global recognition by being Highly Commended in the Experimental - Future Project category, in the 2020/2021 World Architecture Festival Awards (WAF). For details, please visit World Architecture Festival Website.
HKSTP formally launched the InnoCell on 7 April 2021.
Related News:
07/04/2021 HKSTP
20/05/2022 WSP
InnoCell Wins HKIE Structural Excellence Award 2022
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Highlights on Current Status
Completed in October 2020
Project Current Status
Completed
No. of MiC Modules
418
CFA (m²)
19,000
MiC CFA (m²)
10,990
Superstructure Storeys
17
MiC Storeys
15
Construction Cycle of Typical MiC Floor (@ Day Cycle)
3 Days
Construction Commencement Date
Dec 2018
Year of Completion
Q4 2020
Structure
Hybrid
| Module Type | Description | L (mm) | W (mm) | H (mm) | Internal floor area (m2) | Weight (Tons) per module | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CO |
Coliving |
5410 |
3100 |
3050 |
23 |
Approx. 22 |
120 |
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ST |
Standard Studio |
7350 |
3100 |
3050 |
23 |
Approx. 22 |
206 |
|
SS |
Sleepbox Studio |
7350 |
3100 |
3050 |
23 |
Approx. 22 |
39 |
|
FA |
Family Unit (Paired Modules) |
7350 |
3100 |
3050 |
23 |
Approx. 22 |
52 |
|
0 |
Others |
7350 |
3100 |
3050 |
23 |
Approx. 22 |
1 |
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Total |
418 |
Learn more about the project
WSP (HK) Limited, the Structural Engineering Consultant of the InnoCell Project, has won a merit award in the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) Innovation Awards 2020 (Category I – An Invention) for their Innovative MiC Design Approach for InnoCell.
Due to the innovation and environmental sustainability in architecture and design, InnoCell has received Rethinking The Future Awards 2020 - Second Award. The project stands out among 1,500+ entries. Click here for more information about the award.
By leveraging the Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology in this project, the project team - Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, Hip Hing Engineering Company Limited, and Leigh & Orange Limited, has won the Autodesk Hong Kong BIM Awards 2020. For their video, please click here.
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