3-storey, horizontally shuttered library with contrasting vertically oriented semi-circular towers,

3-storey, horizontally shuttered library with contrasting vertically oriented semi-circular towers, creating a visual harmony. The use of exposed concrete with board pattern in combination with white painted plaster is typical for Szeto Wai as it can be found in many of his United College building designs.

Szeto Wai: Wu Chung Library, Hong Kong, China, 1972 

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Photos: 1KM Studio/ Kevin Mak 2021

An earlier fellowship for SOS Brutalism curator Oliver Elser has been supported by Design Trust and M+, Museum of Visual Culture, of which a summary could be found here:https://www.mplus.org.hk/en/magazine/in-search-of-hong-kong-brutalism/