The project was the complete revamp of the Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence, to deepen public awareness of this chapter of Hong Kong’s history. The story was divided into 3 story arcs – Military, Governance and Culture, to create compelling narratives that would engage audiences with different interests.

Multimedia elements, innovative presentation methods and a thematic approach are injected in the revamped permanent exhibition and the historical trail of the museum to narrate the unique story of Hong Kong’s coastal defence. 

The permanent exhibition is made up of 11 thematic galleries to showcase the changes in Hong Kong’s coastal defence and military affairs since the Tang Dynasty, the British transformation of Hong Kong into a strategic naval base and port, and Hong Kong’s resistance against the Japanese aggression.

In addition, the project involved the design of the 24 checkpoints set up on the Lyemun Fort Historical Trail. These checkpoints guide visitors and immerse them in the military and historical ambience of this site through walking the Historical Trail.