Upholding Biodiversity throughout our Property Design

One Innovale, having reached the successful completion of Phases 2 and 3 in 2023, integrates biodiversity into urban property design seamlessly. This innovative development is the embodiment of the Group’s G.I.V.E. strategy, which focuses on shaping a sustainable and enriched community for the future. It represents a holistic living concept where wellness, art, innovation, and sustainability are interwoven to enhance liveability and well-being for a community that is designed to thrive for generations.

Through strategic collaborations with renowned conservation experts, such as Mr Mark Mak, Chairman of the Firefly Conservation Foundation, and Dr Roger Kendrick, founder of the Hong Kong Lepidopterists’ Society, we have transformed our development into an interactive nature classroom. With One Innovale featuring a Butterfly Garden and a Firefly Habitat, we encourage residents and visitors to engage with and learn about the importance of local wildlife and ecosystems.

Highlighting the uniqueness of the Firefly Habitat, Mr Mark Mak remarked, “As fireflies need a high standard for their habitat and are very sensitive to light, it is important that their habitat is a safe distance from residential buildings. This is why contrary to popular belief, the garden will be set up at the far corner instead of centre of the complex, away from all the bustling activity. Specially-designed orange and red LED lights, which are safe for fireflies, are used as guiding lights for the residents to visit the garden. A customised garden fence made of plants and pebbles minimises strong gusts yet allows sufficient air ventilation for optimal thermal comfort for the fireflies.”

Advancing beyond green spaces, the clubhouse at One Innovale emerges as a vibrant centre of innovation and education. Unleashing the power of Building Information Modelling (“BIM”) technology and metaverse, the Party Hub at the clubhouse allows residents to immerse in virtual environments like Mars, Fantasy Island, and Future City. This novel use of technology educates users about diverse natural habitats through an entertaining experience.

Art is also a vital component of One Innovale’s design narrative, with augmented reality (“AR”) bringing sculptures to life throughout the development. Among these is Hung Keung’s “Jungle Quintet”, an AR experience that highlights the plight of endangered species, combining interactive play with a message of conservation and the need to value our environment.

The Group regards One Innovale as a showcase for urban diversity. In May 2023, we have invited a group of biology students from a local secondary school on an ecological tour of our Butterfly Garden and Firefly Habitat inside One Innovale, allowing them to have a glimpse of how sustainable development is integrated into property design.

One Innovale is more than a development. It is a forward-thinking initiative that merges living spaces with learning and conservation. It stands as a model for future developments, demonstrating how property design can embody sustainability and inspire a community to embrace environmental stewardship as part of everyday life.