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Sept 2017
THE MILLS – ENGAGING YOUTH & COMMUNITY IN SUSTAINABILITY
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Dr. D.H. ChenFounder of Nan Fung Group
Born in Ningbo | Started working at 11 years old to support family
Apprenticed to textile master | moved to HK in the 1940s
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VISION FOR THE MILLS
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NAN FUNG TEXTILE MILLLEGACY & TRANSFORMATION
From textile to TECHSTYLE
Established 1954
Entered a mature industry
Became leader in textiles
"King of Cotton"
Entered property market in 1980s
The original entrepreneur
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FABRICA
An incubator and springboard for
startups and strategic partners in
the techstyle industry● Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong
● Completion in 2018
● Experiential Retail
● Techstyle Incubator
● Textile Arts & Cultural Foundation
SHOPFLOOR
A landmark for experiential
retail, an expression of Hong
Kong's evolving character
MILL6 FOUNDATION
A non-profit arts and cultural
institution exploring textile arts
and techstyle innovation
INTRODUCING THE MILLSA destination of innovation, culture, and learning
LOCATION
Tsuen Wan, HK
SIZE
264,000 sq ft
COMPLETION
Q2 2018
CONTACT
ONLINE
themills.com.hk
FB & IG: themillshk
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THE MILLS FABRICAA business incubator and springboard for techstyle startups and strategic
partners
IncubatorAteliers, co-working spaces, customized business training programs and curated industry connections to drive
startups to success.
PlatformConnecting techstyle startups to business opportunities by fostering dialogue and creative engagement
through Fabrica’s network, media and events
Workspace2 floors of flexible workspaces strategic partners and creative professionals to work, learn and collaborate
FABRICA is a business incubator and springboard for techstyle startups and
strategic partners - brands and companies at the intersection of technology and
style.
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MILL6 FOUNDATIONA non-profit arts and cultural organization exploring textile arts, culture,
heritage and innovation
MILL6 Foundation is a non-profit arts and cultural organization based in Hong
Kong. Established in 2015 and as part of The Mills heritage conservation, MILL6 is
currently active with ongoing programs consisting of:
• Collection
• Exhibitions
• Community Engagement
• Learning
• Archive
• Artist-in-Residence
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THE MILLS SHOPFLOORA landmark for experiential retail, an expression of Hong Kong's evolving
character
Shopfloor is a landmark of learning and experiential retail, where
visitors can engage and explore a world of lifestyle, artisan dining
and makers culture. 139,000 ft² of retail, dining, entertainment and
public areas, including:
• The Hall
• The Deck
• The Park
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3 MAIN PILLARS OF THE MILLS
A non-profit arts and cultural organization exploring textile
arts, culture, heritage and innovation
A landmark for experiential retail, an expression of Hong
Kong's evolving character
A business incubator and springboard for startups and strategic partners in
the techstyle industry
Social enterprise
Non-profit
Commercial
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THE MILLS SUMMER PROGRAM 2017It is an opportunity for secondary school students to catch a glimpse of how the “adult world”
works, so they can explore their interests and build skills that put them on the path to success.
Period : June to August 2017
Participants : 25 secondary school students (F.2 to F.5) from 6 schools
Program : Week 1 - Introduces business basics, product production and simple
sales and marketing skills
Week 2 - Mentoring and sharing from The Mills Fabrica team, incubatees and
professionals; visits to various organizations
Week 3 – Sourcing and Making
Week 4 – Final Presentation
PARTNERS
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FINAL PRESENTATIONGrand Prize Winner - Shau Kei Wan East Government Secondary School
Product : MPB 5.0 - multi-purpose bag
Creative Prize Winner - Hui Chung Sing Memorial School
Product : Ultra Rain Set – rain coat and backpack
Judges and Guests
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SUMMER PROGRAM FOLLOW UPCrowd funding campaign – start entrepreneurship early
• Take product to market as a real business (project)
• Experience crowd funding as the latest marketing and distribution channel
• Set an example as student entrepreneurs
Please watch out for progress and support!
Kickstarter IndiegogoFringeBacker
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COMMUNITY AND LEARNING AT MILL6 FOUNDATION
Research
• Focus on textile industry
• Observation of daily social behavior and development of youth
creativity
• Sustainable lifestyle and method
Analysis & Methodology
• Provide platform for multiple stakeholders – users, makers &
inventors to exchange ideas
Long Term Partnership
• From co-learning program to life-long sustainable
development (Individual / Groups)
• Creative and collaborative product development
MILL6’s Role
To facilitate dialogue between local community and public institutions,
through:
About 'Connecting Heung Che’ (aka Project Apron)
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COMMUNITY AND LEARNING AT MILL6 FOUNDATION
Phase 3: Check-point
'Connecting Heung Che’ – The 4 Phases
Phase 1: Data Collection Phase 2: Design & TrialPhase 4: Final Examination
& Production
1. Heung Che Street Market
site visit
2. First encounter and
interview with
shopkeepers
1. Co-design with shopkeeper
2. Fabric testing and
adjustment
3. Finalize prototype pattern
1. User prototype testing
2. Fabric examination and
adjustment
3. Revise prototype
1. Evaluate apron usage
2. Collect feedback from shopkeepers
3. Adjustment
4. Add automated self-cleaning
treatment
5. Silk-screen printing of shop name
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COMMUNITY AND LEARNING AT MILL6 FOUNDATION'Connecting Heung Che’ Case Study
Fung Kwai (Vegetable shop)
Design: 4-in-1 multi-functional apron
Technology applied: 4-in-1 multi-functional fabric
Phase 1: Cross back straps; knee length; waterproof fabric for wet environment
Phase 2: Two pockets added upon shopkeeper’s request, one with zipper is a coin
pouch, the other open pocket is for carrying a small knife
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Thank you