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Date(s) - July 25, 2026
11:15 am - 1:30 pm

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Motto by Hilton Hong Kong SoHo: Sustainability Through Smart Technology

Motto by Hilton Hong Kong SoHo is a prime example of a sustainable hotel initiative that has successfully achieved BEAM Plus (EB) Provisional Platinum Certification. The hotel focuses on energy-saving and carbon-reduction design, aiming for sustainable, healthy tourism.

Dr. Rosana Wong will first present the sustainability measures embedded in the design of the hotel, and explain how the project’s design intent – delivering energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and healthier indoor living – was translated into practical building strategies. These included a performance-focused envelope and systems integration, responsible material and construction planning, and DfMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) – enabled efficiencies to reduce waste and adverse impacts on-site.

After the talk, we will tour the hotel to explore how cutting-edge technologies, including autonomous digital twins and AI-driven systems, have helped to establish this project as a new benchmark in sustainable hospitality design.

Autodesk will then share with us how the use of sophisticated technology can assist in enhancing the sustainability of the built environment, including how AI and data connect with architects’ workflows, particularly through data-driven design optimization and smarter planning.

This event has been jointly organized with the Lighthouse Club Hong Kong Chapter (LHCHK).

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About the Speakers

Dr. Rosana Wong, MH
Deputy Chair, Yau Lee Group

Dr. Rosana Wong has led the transformation of the Group into an integrated corporation as a developer, main contractor, manufacturer and service provider, offering a seamless supply chain to their clients. With over 30 years of experience in sustainable urban development, Dr. Wong is deeply passionate about advancing technology to drive positive change through construction digitalization and innovation. Her focus includes blockchain-enabled Full Lifecycle Management, AI and Robotics, IoT, Autonomous Twins, Machine Learning, Big Data Analysis and Smart Command Theatre, all of which enhance sustainability, productivity, quality, and safety. Dr. Wong manifests her vision by developing comprehensive, dynamic knowledge bots that embody agentic AI, leveraging LLMs to integrate processes applicable to the built environment.

Dr. Wong also founded Ophylla Ventures (OV) to incubate and accelerate startups that develop and implement smart city visions. Through these initiatives, she continues to dedicate herself to cultivating resilient urban ecosystems that address the pressing challenges of climate change, ensuring that advancements in technology and innovation benefit entire communities.

Shan Song
Technical Manager, Autodesk HK & Macau

With a structural engineering background and more than 10 years’ experience at Autodesk, Shan Song supports BIM adoption and digital transformation for customers across major building, airport, infrastructure, water, and industrial projects. She serves on expert panels and leading AEC industry associations in China (CECA and CACEM), and serves as a judge for the China national BIM awards and openBIM global awards; she is also a trainer for Team China in the WorldSkills Competition (Smart Construction discipline), and a contributing editor to the China National IFC Standards. Shan is actively engaged in driving innovation through Autodesk technologies, including AI-powered workflows, generative design, digital twins, openBIM, cloud-based collaboration, and end-to-end digital transformation across asset lifecycles.

About the Moderator

Ed Gaskin, AIA
Associate Director, ZHA Architects
Secretary, AIA Hong Kong

Ed Gaskin has over two decades of experience at ZHA Architects, where he has been responsible for the design and delivery of major commercial, residential, and cultural projects.  He directs multidisciplinary teams working closely with leading developers and stakeholders to deliver innovative architectural solutions in complex urban settings. Recent work in Hong Kong, New York, and Beijing demonstrates a commitment to community-focused design, shaping developments that integrate vibrant mixed-use amenities with inclusive public spaces.  Each project aims to foster social interaction, enhance connectivity, strengthen links to nature, and achieve the highest standards of environmental sustainability.