CREATIVITY & LIFESTYLE

As people’s enthusiasm to engage in sports and quality leisure time continues to climb, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is bringing together suppliers of sports goods and leisure activities at its annual flagship summer event. Sports categories at the expo, which is open to the public, include ball games, camping, hiking and climbing, e-sports, fitness and yoga, health and wellness products, marathons and cycling, sportswear and accessories and water sports. Leisure categories include board and party games, crafts, cultural appreciation, DIY items, drawing and painting, hobby classes, music, photography equipment, smart play and accessories (including coding education, 3D printing and virtual reality), and museums.More

Inspired by mentors encountered in her career, finance industry veteran turned business coach and mentor Debbie Ng has been working with Female Entrepreneurs Worldwide (FEW) to deliver workshops on everything from dealing with difficult people to climbing the corporate ladder.More

Design marketing platform Vermillion showcases the work of established and emerging Asian talents, celebrating items ranging from furniture and homeware accessories to prints and photography. The business-to-business platform zooms in on Asian creations and its rapidly growing portfolio includes almost 200 lifestyle brands and creative talents from China, Japan and Southeast Asia. The firm has focused on working with real-estate clients and design professionals but has plans to set up a business-to-consumer (B2C) arm, Founder and CEO Krizia Li said.More

Interior design harnesses all the senses, incorporating spatial layout and arrangement, functionality and aesthetic design to create pleasing spaces. Designers also need to pay close attention to factors such as materials, lighting, scent and furniture. For Hintegro, a Hong Kong-based studio, interior design is also a process of creating positive and beautiful experiences for its clients.More