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The Green Wall:

sharing the story of plants and The Mills with you

Since the beginning of the year, an elaborate and carefully constructed The Green Wall has been on display on 3/F. Composed of tree cotton, ramie plants, and 2 large pieces of hand embroidered art, the piece is aimed at highlighting the importance of plants.

Plants provide us with oxygen, materials, clothing, and an overall heightened sense of well-being. At The Mills, we have teamed up with curator Lab Pheno and botanist Forest Round Round to use cotton and linen in creating the embroidered art.

By displaying the raw materials and elaborate artwork created using cotton and linen, we hope that the The Green Wall gives visitors a better understanding and appreciation of all that plants provide us, now and throughout history.

At The Mills, we want to carry on our legacy as a former textile mill with a future of applied creativity and innovation, and continue to touch upon topics through an interesting and aesthetic way.

The Green Wall:

sharing the story of plants and The Mills with you

Since the beginning of the year, an elaborate and carefully constructed The Green Wall has been on display on 3/F. Composed of tree cotton, ramie plants, and 2 large pieces of hand embroidered art, the piece is aimed at highlighting the importance of plants.

Plants provide us with oxygen, materials, clothing, and an overall heightened sense of well-being. At The Mills, we have teamed up with curator Lab Pheno and botanist Forest Round Round to use cotton and linen in creating the embroidered art.

By displaying the raw materials and elaborate artwork created using cotton and linen, we hope that the The Green Wall gives visitors a better understanding and appreciation of all that plants provide us, now and throughout history.

At The Mills, we want to carry on our legacy as a former textile mill with a future of applied creativity and innovation, and continue to touch upon topics through an interesting and aesthetic way.

The Green Wall:

sharing the story of plants and The Mills with you

Since the beginning of the year, an elaborate and carefully constructed The Green Wall has been on display on 3/F. Composed of tree cotton, ramie plants, and 2 large pieces of hand embroidered art, the piece is aimed at highlighting the importance of plants.

Plants provide us with oxygen, materials, clothing, and an overall heightened sense of well-being. At The Mills, we have teamed up with curator Lab Pheno and botanist Forest Round Round to use cotton and linen in creating the embroidered art.

By displaying the raw materials and elaborate artwork created using cotton and linen, we hope that the The Green Wall gives visitors a better understanding and appreciation of all that plants provide us, now and throughout history.

At The Mills, we want to carry on our legacy as a former textile mill with a future of applied creativity and innovation, and continue to touch upon topics through an interesting and aesthetic way.

The Green Wall:

sharing the story of plants and The Mills with you

Since the beginning of the year, an elaborate and carefully constructed The Green Wall has been on display on 3/F. Composed of tree cotton, ramie plants, and 2 large pieces of hand embroidered art, the piece is aimed at highlighting the importance of plants.

Plants provide us with oxygen, materials, clothing, and an overall heightened sense of well-being. At The Mills, we have teamed up with curator Lab Pheno and botanist Forest Round Round to use cotton and linen in creating the embroidered art.

By displaying the raw materials and elaborate artwork created using cotton and linen, we hope that the The Green Wall gives visitors a better understanding and appreciation of all that plants provide us, now and throughout history.

At The Mills, we want to carry on our legacy as a former textile mill with a future of applied creativity and innovation, and continue to touch upon topics through an interesting and aesthetic way.

The Green Wall:

sharing the story of plants and The Mills with you

Since the beginning of the year, an elaborate and carefully constructed The Green Wall has been on display on 3/F. Composed of tree cotton, ramie plants, and 2 large pieces of hand embroidered art, the piece is aimed at highlighting the importance of plants.

Plants provide us with oxygen, materials, clothing, and an overall heightened sense of well-being. At The Mills, we have teamed up with curator Lab Pheno and botanist Forest Round Round to use cotton and linen in creating the embroidered art.

By displaying the raw materials and elaborate artwork created using cotton and linen, we hope that the The Green Wall gives visitors a better understanding and appreciation of all that plants provide us, now and throughout history.

At The Mills, we want to carry on our legacy as a former textile mill with a future of applied creativity and innovation, and continue to touch upon topics through an interesting and aesthetic way.

The Green Wall:

sharing the story of plants and The Mills with you

Since the beginning of the year, an elaborate and carefully constructed The Green Wall has been on display on 3/F. Composed of tree cotton, ramie plants, and 2 large pieces of hand embroidered art, the piece is aimed at highlighting the importance of plants.

Plants provide us with oxygen, materials, clothing, and an overall heightened sense of well-being. At The Mills, we have teamed up with curator Lab Pheno and botanist Forest Round Round to use cotton and linen in creating the embroidered art.

By displaying the raw materials and elaborate artwork created using cotton and linen, we hope that the The Green Wall gives visitors a better understanding and appreciation of all that plants provide us, now and throughout history.

At The Mills, we want to carry on our legacy as a former textile mill with a future of applied creativity and innovation, and continue to touch upon topics through an interesting and aesthetic way.

Created by celebrated Portuguese artist Alexandre Farto, internationally known under the alias Vhils, this monolithic portrait is realized through his signature medium, carving and drilling directly onto the preserved façade of the former Nan Fung Textiles. The title symbolizes the memories of a former generation that built Hong Kong’s history and economy.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

The Mills collaborated with Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation and six local artists to create murals for an imaginative journey along Pak Tin Par Lane. Artists interpreted our past, present, and future, covering our signature brands, manufacturing processes and bright hopes for our future.

The Past and Future of The Mills

Uncle

The Nan Fung Cotton Mills thrived as Hong Kong’s textile industry flourished in the 60s. Since then, the company has led the development of local innovative industries to new heights. “The Past and Future of The Mills” celebrates the importance of striking a balance between creative development and resources conservation at The Mills

Cat’s Cradle

Wong Ting Fung

In the past, a pair of able hands was considered a person’s most important asset to make a living. “Cat’s Cradle” honours the important relationship between The Mills’ rich history and its present innovative endeavours. Using the childhood game of cat’s cradle to symbolise endless creativity, the past and present of the former cotton mills are forever interwoven, providing support and inspiration from both sides for future generations.

The Passage of Time

Keung Lap Yu, Candice

“The Passage of Time” features a printmaking style design on a vintage colour palette. The artwork illustrates the working environment in the former Nang Fung Cotton Mills. The design also is encircled by multicoloured lines, like cotton yarn, embracing the factory workers. By imprinting the past on the wall of this new landmark, “The Passage of Time”  is a reminder to reminisce The Mills’ vibrant past.

The image of spinning female worker

Karen Pow

Historical photos from the former Nan Fung Cotton Mills showed that its factory workers were predominately female.  They were highly skilled in the complex procedure of producing cotton yarn. The collective memory of these “factory girls” are celebrated in this artwork, delicately reimagined to echo the fine yarn that they had produced.

Continuity

Marka Mak

“Continuity” celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of The Mills, and the brand’s deep-rooted aspiration for innovation. The artwork recreates an enlarged unfinished embroidery of the traditional Golden Cup brand through optical illusion. Visitors are encouraged to “take hold” of the giant needle as a symbolic gesture to support The Mills’ continuing mission to promote creativity and innovation for future generations.

Overgrown

Rebecca T Lin

“Overgrown” pays homage to the beautifully timeworn architecture at The Mills. The artwork depicts a soothing scene of overgrown plants weaving between tall pillars, exploring the idea of “what could have been” as an alternate outcome if the former cotton mills are left abandoned. At a time when technology is moving at lightning speed and everybody is looking down at their screens, “Overgrown” reminds viewers of their surroundings and the beauty in things from the past.

Reopened after restoration in 2018, The Mills is committed to and has embarked on a journey to revisit the history and stories of Hong Kong's textile industry through the mediums of textiles, culture, and innovation. Through the space of The Mills, we aspire to discover and practise various ways to integrate and weave textile culture into daily life. To enable the public and grant them a different eye to earn a deeper understanding of Hong Kong's textile history from different perspectives, we invited local artist Lam Tung Pang to create Wavy Weaving Wall during our opening in 2018. Wavy Weaving Wall utilises over 6,000 aluminium pieces to exhibit and narrate the Hong Kong textile stories from different eras depicted in Lam Tung Pang’s artwork, letting the imagery and stories float in the Park of The Mills. Through this artistic interpretation, visitors not only appreciate the history of Hong Kong textiles but also see it as a popular destination to capture memories. Half a decade has passed, and we aim to adorn this space with a new attire for the next moment. Therefore, on the occasion of The Mills' 5th anniversary in 2023, we decided to let The Park of The Mills undergo a fresh transformation.

The new creation, named The Weaving Wall (TWW), carries the vision of engaging various stakeholders within the community. The Weaving Wall combines a vast array of mediums including literature, visual arts, weaving art, and performing art to navigate and tell the story of Hong Kong textiles.

Drawing and distilling inspiration from ‘The Memory of Herbs’, the first part of The Trilogy of Women Workers written by Chan Wai and created for The Mills, The Weaving Wall is embedded upon this pilot part of the literature series as the blueprint for creation. As early as 2017, The Mills’ CHAT (Centre for Heritage, Arts and Textile) and the House of Hong Kong Literature jointly curated and invited the renowned local writer, Chan Wai, to craft stories of women workers set against the backdrop of Tsuen Wan and Hong Kong's textile history. This time, The Mills has invited visual artist Flyingpig and the weaving art team Breakthrough Arts Studio and embroidery artist Dream a Little Dream Embroidery joining forces with the community to paint and weave, presenting the past and present of the community before everyone's eyes. Flyingpig's artwork portrays the sentiments, appearances, and everyday life of the Tsuen Wan district. Evolving from a barren land to becoming a textile hub in Hong Kong, familiar landscapes gradually become unfamiliar, yet many individuals have grasped opportunities to shine here in this place. The place has expanded in scale, experiencing ups and downs. This place named after some distinct strands of herbs, however, hold only ample space to store our hearts. The visual artists use heartfelt brushstrokes to outline the lives of the women workers penned by Chan Wai.

Excerpts from ‘The Memory of Herbs’:
1. I finished work at four o'clock in the afternoon, and the street of Sha Tsui Road was filled with women workers.
2. In order to rise above the rest, I must do what others haven't done.
3. I could no longer cross Tsuen Wan within an hour. Tsuen Wan had grown much bigger in scale.
4. It is vast here; my entire life has been spent here. Over the years, I've longed to escape, but I could never break free. It's also small here, just enough to hide my heart, my tiny joys, and sorrows.
5. In truth, it's not big here at all. This place named after herbs only has room to store my heart.

Reopened after restoration in 2018, The Mills is committed to and has embarked on a journey to revisit the history and stories of Hong Kong's textile industry through the mediums of textiles, culture, and innovation. Through the space of The Mills, we aspire to discover and practise various ways to integrate and weave textile culture into daily life. To enable the public and grant them a different eye to earn a deeper understanding of Hong Kong's textile history from different perspectives, we invited local artist Lam Tung Pang to create Wavy Weaving Wall during our opening in 2018. Wavy Weaving Wall utilises over 6,000 aluminium pieces to exhibit and narrate the Hong Kong textile stories from different eras depicted in Lam Tung Pang’s artwork, letting the imagery and stories float in the Park of The Mills. Through this artistic interpretation, visitors not only appreciate the history of Hong Kong textiles but also see it as a popular destination to capture memories. Half a decade has passed, and we aim to adorn this space with a new attire for the next moment. Therefore, on the occasion of The Mills' 5th anniversary in 2023, we decided to let The Park of The Mills undergo a fresh transformation.

The new creation, named The Weaving Wall (TWW), carries the vision of engaging various stakeholders within the community. The Weaving Wall combines a vast array of mediums including literature, visual arts, weaving art, and performing art to navigate and tell the story of Hong Kong textiles.

Drawing and distilling inspiration from ‘The Memory of Herbs’, the first part of The Trilogy of Women Workers written by Chan Wai and created for The Mills, The Weaving Wall is embedded upon this pilot part of the literature series as the blueprint for creation. As early as 2017, The Mills’ CHAT (Centre for Heritage, Arts and Textile) and the House of Hong Kong Literature jointly curated and invited the renowned local writer, Chan Wai, to craft stories of women workers set against the backdrop of Tsuen Wan and Hong Kong's textile history. This time, The Mills has invited visual artist Flyingpig and the weaving art team Breakthrough Arts Studio and embroidery artist Dream a Little Dream Embroidery joining forces with the community to paint and weave, presenting the past and present of the community before everyone's eyes. Flyingpig's artwork portrays the sentiments, appearances, and everyday life of the Tsuen Wan district. Evolving from a barren land to becoming a textile hub in Hong Kong, familiar landscapes gradually become unfamiliar, yet many individuals have grasped opportunities to shine here in this place. The place has expanded in scale, experiencing ups and downs. This place named after some distinct strands of herbs, however, hold only ample space to store our hearts. The visual artists use heartfelt brushstrokes to outline the lives of the women workers penned by Chan Wai.

Excerpts from ‘The Memory of Herbs’:
1. I finished work at four o'clock in the afternoon, and the street of Sha Tsui Road was filled with women workers.
2. In order to rise above the rest, I must do what others haven't done.
3. I could no longer cross Tsuen Wan within an hour. Tsuen Wan had grown much bigger in scale.
4. It is vast here; my entire life has been spent here. Over the years, I've longed to escape, but I could never break free. It's also small here, just enough to hide my heart, my tiny joys, and sorrows.
5. In truth, it's not big here at all. This place named after herbs only has room to store my heart.

Reopened after restoration in 2018, The Mills is committed to and has embarked on a journey to revisit the history and stories of Hong Kong's textile industry through the mediums of textiles, culture, and innovation. Through the space of The Mills, we aspire to discover and practise various ways to integrate and weave textile culture into daily life. To enable the public and grant them a different eye to earn a deeper understanding of Hong Kong's textile history from different perspectives, we invited local artist Lam Tung Pang to create Wavy Weaving Wall during our opening in 2018. Wavy Weaving Wall utilises over 6,000 aluminium pieces to exhibit and narrate the Hong Kong textile stories from different eras depicted in Lam Tung Pang’s artwork, letting the imagery and stories float in the Park of The Mills. Through this artistic interpretation, visitors not only appreciate the history of Hong Kong textiles but also see it as a popular destination to capture memories. Half a decade has passed, and we aim to adorn this space with a new attire for the next moment. Therefore, on the occasion of The Mills' 5th anniversary in 2023, we decided to let The Park of The Mills undergo a fresh transformation.

The new creation, named The Weaving Wall (TWW), carries the vision of engaging various stakeholders within the community. The Weaving Wall combines a vast array of mediums including literature, visual arts, weaving art, and performing art to navigate and tell the story of Hong Kong textiles.

Drawing and distilling inspiration from ‘The Memory of Herbs’, the first part of The Trilogy of Women Workers written by Chan Wai and created for The Mills, The Weaving Wall is embedded upon this pilot part of the literature series as the blueprint for creation. As early as 2017, The Mills’ CHAT (Centre for Heritage, Arts and Textile) and the House of Hong Kong Literature jointly curated and invited the renowned local writer, Chan Wai, to craft stories of women workers set against the backdrop of Tsuen Wan and Hong Kong's textile history. This time, The Mills has invited visual artist Flyingpig and the weaving art team Breakthrough Arts Studio and embroidery artist Dream a Little Dream Embroidery joining forces with the community to paint and weave, presenting the past and present of the community before everyone's eyes. Flyingpig's artwork portrays the sentiments, appearances, and everyday life of the Tsuen Wan district. Evolving from a barren land to becoming a textile hub in Hong Kong, familiar landscapes gradually become unfamiliar, yet many individuals have grasped opportunities to shine here in this place. The place has expanded in scale, experiencing ups and downs. This place named after some distinct strands of herbs, however, hold only ample space to store our hearts. The visual artists use heartfelt brushstrokes to outline the lives of the women workers penned by Chan Wai.

Excerpts from ‘The Memory of Herbs’:
1. I finished work at four o'clock in the afternoon, and the street of Sha Tsui Road was filled with women workers.
2. In order to rise above the rest, I must do what others haven't done.
3. I could no longer cross Tsuen Wan within an hour. Tsuen Wan had grown much bigger in scale.
4. It is vast here; my entire life has been spent here. Over the years, I've longed to escape, but I could never break free. It's also small here, just enough to hide my heart, my tiny joys, and sorrows.
5. In truth, it's not big here at all. This place named after herbs only has room to store my heart.

Reopened after restoration in 2018, The Mills is committed to and has embarked on a journey to revisit the history and stories of Hong Kong's textile industry through the mediums of textiles, culture, and innovation. Through the space of The Mills, we aspire to discover and practise various ways to integrate and weave textile culture into daily life. To enable the public and grant them a different eye to earn a deeper understanding of Hong Kong's textile history from different perspectives, we invited local artist Lam Tung Pang to create Wavy Weaving Wall during our opening in 2018. Wavy Weaving Wall utilises over 6,000 aluminium pieces to exhibit and narrate the Hong Kong textile stories from different eras depicted in Lam Tung Pang’s artwork, letting the imagery and stories float in the Park of The Mills. Through this artistic interpretation, visitors not only appreciate the history of Hong Kong textiles but also see it as a popular destination to capture memories. Half a decade has passed, and we aim to adorn this space with a new attire for the next moment. Therefore, on the occasion of The Mills' 5th anniversary in 2023, we decided to let The Park of The Mills undergo a fresh transformation.

The new creation, named The Weaving Wall (TWW), carries the vision of engaging various stakeholders within the community. The Weaving Wall combines a vast array of mediums including literature, visual arts, weaving art, and performing art to navigate and tell the story of Hong Kong textiles.

Drawing and distilling inspiration from ‘The Memory of Herbs’, the first part of The Trilogy of Women Workers written by Chan Wai and created for The Mills, The Weaving Wall is embedded upon this pilot part of the literature series as the blueprint for creation. As early as 2017, The Mills’ CHAT (Centre for Heritage, Arts and Textile) and the House of Hong Kong Literature jointly curated and invited the renowned local writer, Chan Wai, to craft stories of women workers set against the backdrop of Tsuen Wan and Hong Kong's textile history. This time, The Mills has invited visual artist Flyingpig and the weaving art team Breakthrough Arts Studio and embroidery artist Dream a Little Dream Embroidery joining forces with the community to paint and weave, presenting the past and present of the community before everyone's eyes. Flyingpig's artwork portrays the sentiments, appearances, and everyday life of the Tsuen Wan district. Evolving from a barren land to becoming a textile hub in Hong Kong, familiar landscapes gradually become unfamiliar, yet many individuals have grasped opportunities to shine here in this place. The place has expanded in scale, experiencing ups and downs. This place named after some distinct strands of herbs, however, hold only ample space to store our hearts. The visual artists use heartfelt brushstrokes to outline the lives of the women workers penned by Chan Wai.

Excerpts from ‘The Memory of Herbs’:
1. I finished work at four o'clock in the afternoon, and the street of Sha Tsui Road was filled with women workers.
2. In order to rise above the rest, I must do what others haven't done.
3. I could no longer cross Tsuen Wan within an hour. Tsuen Wan had grown much bigger in scale.
4. It is vast here; my entire life has been spent here. Over the years, I've longed to escape, but I could never break free. It's also small here, just enough to hide my heart, my tiny joys, and sorrows.
5. In truth, it's not big here at all. This place named after herbs only has room to store my heart.

Reopened after restoration in 2018, The Mills is committed to and has embarked on a journey to revisit the history and stories of Hong Kong's textile industry through the mediums of textiles, culture, and innovation. Through the space of The Mills, we aspire to discover and practise various ways to integrate and weave textile culture into daily life. To enable the public and grant them a different eye to earn a deeper understanding of Hong Kong's textile history from different perspectives, we invited local artist Lam Tung Pang to create Wavy Weaving Wall during our opening in 2018. Wavy Weaving Wall utilises over 6,000 aluminium pieces to exhibit and narrate the Hong Kong textile stories from different eras depicted in Lam Tung Pang’s artwork, letting the imagery and stories float in the Park of The Mills. Through this artistic interpretation, visitors not only appreciate the history of Hong Kong textiles but also see it as a popular destination to capture memories. Half a decade has passed, and we aim to adorn this space with a new attire for the next moment. Therefore, on the occasion of The Mills' 5th anniversary in 2023, we decided to let The Park of The Mills undergo a fresh transformation.

The new creation, named The Weaving Wall (TWW), carries the vision of engaging various stakeholders within the community. The Weaving Wall combines a vast array of mediums including literature, visual arts, weaving art, and performing art to navigate and tell the story of Hong Kong textiles.

Drawing and distilling inspiration from ‘The Memory of Herbs’, the first part of The Trilogy of Women Workers written by Chan Wai and created for The Mills, The Weaving Wall is embedded upon this pilot part of the literature series as the blueprint for creation. As early as 2017, The Mills’ CHAT (Centre for Heritage, Arts and Textile) and the House of Hong Kong Literature jointly curated and invited the renowned local writer, Chan Wai, to craft stories of women workers set against the backdrop of Tsuen Wan and Hong Kong's textile history. This time, The Mills has invited visual artist Flyingpig and the weaving art team Breakthrough Arts Studio and embroidery artist Dream a Little Dream Embroidery joining forces with the community to paint and weave, presenting the past and present of the community before everyone's eyes. Flyingpig's artwork portrays the sentiments, appearances, and everyday life of the Tsuen Wan district. Evolving from a barren land to becoming a textile hub in Hong Kong, familiar landscapes gradually become unfamiliar, yet many individuals have grasped opportunities to shine here in this place. The place has expanded in scale, experiencing ups and downs. This place named after some distinct strands of herbs, however, hold only ample space to store our hearts. The visual artists use heartfelt brushstrokes to outline the lives of the women workers penned by Chan Wai.

Excerpts from ‘The Memory of Herbs’:
1. I finished work at four o'clock in the afternoon, and the street of Sha Tsui Road was filled with women workers.
2. In order to rise above the rest, I must do what others haven't done.
3. I could no longer cross Tsuen Wan within an hour. Tsuen Wan had grown much bigger in scale.
4. It is vast here; my entire life has been spent here. Over the years, I've longed to escape, but I could never break free. It's also small here, just enough to hide my heart, my tiny joys, and sorrows.
5. In truth, it's not big here at all. This place named after herbs only has room to store my heart.