Knight Frank Greater China

Join us at the RICS Hong Kong Conference on 6 September as Helen Mak, Senior Director and Head of Retail Services at Knight Frank Hong Kong, will be speaking in a panel discussion themed “Define the new frontier of consumption: Leveraging retail in the Greater Bay Area”.

In response to evolving shopper preferences, the industry is actively exploring innovative solutions to win consumers’ hearts. Helen and other panellists of this session will shed light on the opportunities for driving sustainable growth in the retail sector. Don’t miss this chance to dive into the latest retail trends!

This year’s Commercial Offsite Meeting was an afternoon filled with inspiration, forward-thinking and celebration. We were very honoured to be joined by special guests from Singapore: Tim Armstrong, Global Head of Occupier Strategy & Solutions, and Geraldine Xiao, Director of Occupier Strategy & Solutions for Asia Pacific.

This annual gathering brought our Commercial Agency teams together to share insights into our observations and strategies for each sector. Participants also engaged in an interpersonal communication styles workshop conducted by Eric Sampson from Dramatic Difference, followed by a presentation on AI in the Workplace. The day concluded with the Elite Club Awards presentation, recognising our top performers’ outstanding achievements.

This half-day event has successfully equipped us with the tools, knowledge and soft skills for collective success in the year ahead.

Congratulations to Rachel Chung on being shortlisted as a finalist for the Emerging Achiever of the Year at the RICS Hong Kong Awards 2024!

Since joining Knight Frank Hong Kong through the Graduate Scheme in 2016, Rachel has been an invaluable asset to our talent pipeline. Despite her young age, she has gained extensive experience in sizeable valuation projects, and carries them out with steadfast professionalism, earning clients’ trust.

A young surveyor who strives to drive positive change in the industry, Rachel is a member of both the RICS Hong Kong Member Engagement Group and Knight Frank Hong Kong’s Young Entrepreneurs Committee. She was recognised by Knight Frank APAC last year as an Exceptional Woman for embracing diversity, equity and inclusion.

Well done, Rachel! Good luck with your nomination journey!

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 🤝💼

In an inspiring fireside chat featuring Willis Mak, a two-time winner of Sales Agent of the Year at Knight Frank Hong Kong, we uncovered our top biller’s secrets of success.

Moderated by Director and Head of Human Resources Ellen Lo, Willis shared his remarkable career journey as a broker – from his very first deal to building trust with clients. He also emphasised the importance of integrity and a competitive mindset.

At , we use our insight and knowledge to meet clients’ current needs and anticipate their future ones, creating value for them in an increasingly complex business environment.

Meet Leo Yan, who spearheaded the organisation of the Hong Kong Football Team. Passionate about networking through football, Leo has orchestrated numerous matches, bringing together football lovers from within Knight Frank and beyond. Last year, he and his friends participated in a football league, where they clinched the first runner-up position.

Devoted and determined, Leo gives his best to everything he does. Joining us in 2013, he was one of the few starting members of our Kowloon Office Strategy & Solutions team, which has gradually expanded to a strong team of 20+ members. Demonstrating exceptional leadership skills, Leo now coaches a team of 4 young brokers, sharing with them all the skills and experience he has built up in the past decade.

Regina Chan is a remarkable swimmer who continuously challenges herself to push her limits. Last year, she created a splash by swimming across Hong Kong’s iconic Victoria Harbour alongside 3,000 swimmers at the New World Harbour Race.

In her professional life, Regina is passionate about helping clients find their perfect homes. She has assisted numerous corporate clients with the relocation of their senior executives to Hong Kong. Her attention to detail, strong client relationships, and rich experience in luxury sales and leasing have made her a trusted advisor. Her determination and hard work are exemplified by her early morning presence in the office, a testament to her commitment to excellence.

Colin Tang, a sports enthusiast who hails from Scotland, has chosen to develop a career in in Hong Kong. He participates in almost all sports teams at Hong Kong, ranging from football, netball to sailing. As his passion for water sports grows, last year, he teamed up with a friend to take part in the VRC Race Series, an exhilarating competition spanning 10 months encompassing 8 races. The duo paddled a total of 110+ km and brought home the first runner-up medal in the Surfski Double category. This year, he decided to challenge himself by joining the Men’s Single category and had a trip to Spain not for paella but for practice.

At work, Colin loves building connections with co-workers both locally and abroad. He was the founding chairman of Knight Club, our staff club that orchestrates a wide array of social activities to bring employees together. Now leading a team of 8 in the Valuation & Advisory Department, he organises team gatherings that strengthen camaraderie and promote work-life balance.

Introducing the 2024/25 cohort of graduate surveyors and trainees at Hong Kong! Alison Leung, Alyanna Villanueva, Barry Chow, and Harold Wong.

Our Greater China Executive Board recently hosted a welcoming lunch to meet and greet these talented individuals, who have just embarked on their career journeys in .

In the coming months, these graduates will undergo job rotations in our agency or professional services departments to acquire the skills and experiences necessary to become professionals. We firmly believe that our training, mentorship and knowledge sharing will expedite their development and unlock their full potential.

Looking forward to the energy and fresh perspectives they will bring to our business!

Meet Jenny Choy, who seamlessly combines her expertise in services with her passion for .

Having practised yoga for 10 years, Jenny has been inspired by yoga to embrace differences and see the bigger picture. This broader perspective has not only induced a positive change in her personal growth and overall , but also enabled her to appreciate the unique qualities of each retail hashtag so that she can effectively assist clients in finding the perfect space for their business.

Beyond her professional endeavours, Jenny dedicates her free time to sharing the numerous benefits of yoga. Her enthusiasm shines through as she conducts engaging classes, spreading the joy and positivity brought by yoga.

Knight Frank is thrilled to be appointed the joint sole agent for the sale of Hotel Ease ‧ Mong Kok, a 29-storey hotel on 60 Portland Street.

Situated at the bustling heart of Mong Kok and Yau Ma Tei, the spans a GFA of 50,357 sq ft and offers 199 guest rooms, from which guests may enjoy panoramic views of the Victoria Harbour on the upper floors. The area enjoys high footfall brought by the extensive transportation network nearby. Hotel guests can also travel around easily via the Yau Ma Tei MTR station, various bus and mini bus routes, and the Shenzhen Bay cross-boundary express located just a few steps away. Its superb access to various institutions makes it a great choice for conversion to as well.

For investors interested in this opportunity, please contact Willis Mak at 9022 6693 or Alfred Wong at 6699 0311. (Property no: HKCM0813)

Ho-Pin Tung, a Dutch-born Chinese, has an illustrious career spanning car racing and . 🏎️ Initially excelling in swimming and ice skating, he began his racing journey at age 14 and became the first driver of Chinese descent to compete in Formula 1 and IndyCar.

He has won multiple international championships, including the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans race. His determination, perseverance, and collaborative spirit are evident in his sporting achievements. Ho-Pin’s sporting career continues to this day, both as a racing driver and a TV analyst of races.

His success extends far beyond sports. During the COVID pandemic, he pursued further education, eventually graduating with top honours from the esteemed Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA programme, which has been ranked number one in the world twelve times. In his personal life, he is a husband and father of two. Embracing new challenges, he joined in 2023 and has been leading our Private Office business in Hong Kong ever since.

Knight Frank has been appointed to provide economic and financial analysis consultancy services for Hong Kong's new smart and green mass transit system in Kowloon East. Spanning approximately 7km, including 6km of viaducts, a 1km tunnel, and eight stations from Choi Hung East to Yau Tong East, the proposed transit system will enhance accessibility and alleviate traffic congestion in the region, benefitting over 300,000 residents.

Martin Wong, Senior Director and Head of Research & Consultancy at Knight Frank Greater China, said, "We are thrilled to engage in this captivating project which advances Hong Kong’s with sustainable and innovative solutions. Upon its completion, the new transportation system will greatly improve connectivity across Kowloon East. This enhancement will not only lead to time savings for residents in various areas but will also bring about advantages for commercial activities in the region, particularly as Kowloon East progresses towards becoming Hong Kong's CBD2."

To learn more about this appointment, please contact Adam Lee, Martin Wong, Jackson Hui and Meir Lam or read this SCMP article: https://s3e.short.gy/scmp20240722

We are delighted to welcome 12 interns to Hong Kong this summer!

The lunch session yesterday provided an opportunity for our Greater China Executive Board and department heads to know these young individuals in person. They discussed a wide range of topics, from trends to career development.

Interested in learning more about their experiences at Knight Frank? Stay tuned for their sharing!

Eva Leung is a key member of the Greater China Taskforce and the Office Administration team. She plays a crucial role in propelling us forward on our corporate ESG journey towards net zero.

In her personal life, Eva is a mother and a grandmother. Driven by her passion for and , she has become an amateur trail runner. Demonstrating exceptional determination and perseverance, Eva has conquered some of the most challenging trails and demanding endurance races in Hong Kong, including the Hong Kong 100 Ultra Marathon. Earlier this year, she secured 4th place in the Mixed Team category at the New Year NE Mountain Race.

Have you ever dreamed of representing your hometown on the international stage? A third-generation Hongkonger educated in the UK, Murray Brechin is a rising star in Hong Kong-China Rugby and Hong Kong. In his remarkable debut match last year playing for Hong Kong SAR against Germany, he secured two tries, contributing to the victory of his team. After Hong Kong-China's winning performances in the Asia Rugby Championship in June, this month he embarked on an exciting South America tour with his teammates for the Men's XV Test Matches against Chile, Paraguay and Brazil, where he scored another two tries.

Murray manages to balance multiple roles in his life. Alongside three days of rugby training each week and a full-time position as an office leasing broker, Murray is pursuing a part-time master's degree in . He is also a talented sailor captaining the Knight Frank team in the annual H**e Haven 24-hour Charity Dinghy Race. It is his passion, commitment and exceptional time management skills that enable him to excel in everything he does.

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At , we appreciate every individual for the unique value they bring to our business. We provide a platform for our people to grow and unleash their full potential, just like the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games, which offers a stage for athletes from around the world to shine.

In the coming two weeks, we will feature some of our exceptional people who excel both at sports and at work. Watch this space!

The quarterly staff celebration party held in our Wanchai office today brought all of us at Hong Kong together to appreciate our amazing team and welcome new joiners.

To highlight cultural in our workplace, the party featured a UK theme, immersing everyone in a delightful experience. The signature British food and drinks added an extra layer of enjoyment to the celebrations.

Together, we continue to foster an inclusive and diverse work environment at Knight Frank.

Despite market fluctuations over the past year, waterfront have shown remarkable resilience.

Dive into ’s second edition of Waterfront Homes featuring the latest insights and trends that shape this sought-after market. https://s3e.short.gy/waterfronthomes2024



Our sales representatives for overseas property work exclusively in relation to properties outside Hong Kong and, unless expressly stated otherwise, are not licensed under the Estate Agents Ordinance to deal with Hong Kong properties.

We are thrilled to announce that has clinched two awards at the prestigious HKIS Awards 2024! These honours are a testament to the professionalism and outstanding achievements of our surveyors in creating a sustainable future. A heartfelt thanks to The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors 香港測量師學會 - HKIS, the first screening committee and the jury panel for the incredible recognition.

🏆 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲: 𝐊𝐰𝐮𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 (𝐊𝟕)
The project team fully embraced the Urban Renewal Authority’s “people first, district-based, public participatory” approach and incorporated sustainable development principles into this unprecedented redevelopment project. Local characteristics have been successfully preserved while creating long-term values. We are extremely proud to share this glory with our clients and partners Urban Renewal Authority (開心建城 URAmity), Sino Group, Chinese Estates Holdings Limited and Wong Tung & Partners Limited.

🌟 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧) 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲: 𝐒𝐡𝐮𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
We had the privilege of collaborating with the Urban Renewal Authority (開心建城 URAmity) to transform the middle-aged Shun Sing Mansion into modern community housing which incorporates the concepts of co-living and circular economy. The renovation, coupled with smart building facilities, has created a positive impact by significantly enhancing the living conditions of low-income families and individuals.

These projects showcase Knight Frank’s expertise in optimising the potential of the built environment through redevelopment and renovation. This would not have been possible without the trust of our valued clients and partners, and the dedication of our Planning & Land Advisory Services and Building Consultancy teams. Looking ahead, we remain committed to working responsibly in partnership to enhance people’s lives and environments.