Blue House Cluster

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Located in Wan Chai, the Blue House Cluster is a rare group of historic tenement buildings in Hong Kong’s urban area that still house residents. It includes three buildings: the Blue House, the Yellow House, and the Orange House, with the Blue House being the most iconic, named for its bright blue exterior walls. These buildings retain the pre-war "arcade-style" design and are an important testament to post-war residential development in Hong Kong. Unlike typical museums, the Blue House’s cultural preservation model is very innovative, adopting a "preserve the building, keep the people" community participation approach, allowing original residents to continue living there while revitalization takes place. Inside, the "Hong Kong Story House" offers interactive exhibitions and guided tours that let visitors deeply understand local life history, folk beliefs, and community changes. The existence of the Blue House proves that cultural preservation can coexist with modern life, making it a rare space in Hong Kong’s urban area where history and daily life blend. If you are interested in urban change and cultural conservation, the Blue House Cluster is definitely not to be missed.

Post by WandererRamzi | May 17, 2025