Remember Kai Tak Airport? AIRSIDE pays homage to that legacy. It reflects the excitement of new journeys. AIRSIDE is more than just a mall. It is a culturetainment hub. It redefines the mall experience.
Since opening in 2023, AIRSIDE has become a go-to spot in Kai Tak. This area is full of history. AIRSIDE combines leisure, culture, and green living under one roof.
Inside AIRSIDE, you will find over 700000 square feet of space. This large area offers much to explore. AIRSIDE has unique retail shops. It offers lifestyle brands. There are diverse dining options. You can indulge in flavours from around the world here. Entertainment options are available for kids and adults.
AIRSIDE even has Hong Kong’s first large-scale indoor surfing centre. This is a unique attraction. It brings the beach to the city.
AIRSIDE is pet-friendly. It has lush rooftop gardens. These spaces are perfect for spending a day with friends. You can also watch playful pets. It is a community space.
Be sure to look for GATE33 Gallery. It is AIRSIDE’s dedicated art space. The mall often collaborates with artists. These artists can be local or international. They create immersive experiences for visitors. This blends art with commerce.
Explore AIRSIDE’s themed campaigns. These feature diverse events across the mall. You might see giant installations. Family-friendly activities are often available. Pop-culture pop-ups add excitement.
AIRSIDE is committed to sustainability. It has Hong Kong’s first and largest office-building monocrystalline PV farm and walkable PV. This covers about 1350 square meters. Sixteen percent of the walkable PV base uses recycled plastic.
The PV farm generates 270000 kWh per year. This is equal to the monthly electricity use of 700 Hong Kong flats. It offsets 189 tonnes of CO2. That equals planting 8200 trees each year.
AIRSIDE also has a high-performance facade. It features solar responsive vertical fins. These fins prevent glare to nearby residences.
AIRSIDE was the first commercial building in Hong Kong to adopt a District Cooling System or DCS. This system achieves a Coefficient of Performance of 5.5. This releases roof space for more greenery. It also reduces heat rejection. The DCS offsets 587 tonnes of CO2. That is like planting 25000 trees per year.
AIRSIDE uses an artificial wetland. This is the first constructed wetland with all-year operation. It recycles dirty handwashing water for irrigation. The system collects about 1340 liters per day. This water comes from AIRSIDE’s hand-washing basins. It uses bio-filtration.
AIRSIDE uses an Automatic Refuse Collection System or ARCS. This is the first commercial building to adopt ARCS with a weighing system in Hong Kong. It collects four fractions of waste. These are general waste, paper, plastic, and metal.
AIRSIDE has a 6000 square foot urban farm. It is called AIR Farm. The farm grows over 50 varieties of produce. The farm promotes a low-carbon footprint lifestyle. It provides nature-based solutions to the community. This improves the urban microclimate.
AIRSIDE partners with NGOs and social enterprises. This is for social programs. It promotes social well-being. AIRSIDE also works with restaurants. This promotes the concept of Farm to Table.
AIRSIDE also has an insect hotel. This provides shelter for local insect species. It enhances biodiversity.
The greenery at AIRSIDE includes cascading plants. There is an open-air rooftop. Terraces and surrounding grounds add to the nature.
Inside AIRSIDE, an Indoor Air Quality Monitoring System ensures healthy air. The air filtration devices meet WELL standards. An urban window enhances ventilation. It allows the prevailing East wind to enter. This improves the wind microclimate. AIRSIDE is located next to Fortress, Shop No. B111-112. It is near Exit C of the Kai Tak MTR Station.
Named after the post-immigration area of an airport, AIRSIDE offers new experiences. It is a place where culture, leisure, and sustainability meet.