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A Makerspace in a Shopping Mall Makes all the Sense in the World

A Makerspace in a Shopping Mall Makes all the Sense in the World

Mike Senese

By Mike Senese

Mike Senese

Mike Senese is a content producer with a focus on technology, science, and engineering. He served as Executive Editor of Make: magazine for nearly a decade, and previously was a senior editor at Wired. Mike has also starred in engineering and science shows for Discovery Channel, including Punkin Chunkin, How Stuff Works, and Catch It Keep It.

An avid maker, Mike spends his spare time tinkering with electronics, fixing cars, and attempting to cook the perfect pizza. You might spot him at his local skatepark in the SF Bay Area.

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Step inside the Olympian City shopping mall in Hong Kong and you’ll see a glossy, modern commercial center, with the same stores and outlets found in just about every mall around the globe. As you reach the top of the escalator on the third floor, however, one element stands out — a standalone workshop/makerspace, containing […]

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Maker Faire Hong Kong Invites You to Make Big!

Maker Faire Hong Kong Invites You to Make Big!

By Goli Mohammadi

Goli Mohammadi

I'm a word nerd who loves to geek out on how emerging technology affects the lexicon. I was an editor on the first 40 volumes of MAKE, and I love shining light on the incredible makers in our community. In particular, covering art is my passion — after all, art is the first thing most of us ever made. When not fawning over perfect word choices, I can be found on the nearest mountain, looking for untouched powder fields and ideal alpine lakes.

Contact me at snowgoli@gmail.com or via @snowgoli.

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For the sixth year in a row, the dedicated organizers of Maker Faire Hong Kong have put together an exceptional showcase of makers from China and beyond.

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Take a Video Tour Through Maker Faire Hong Kong

Take a Video Tour Through Maker Faire Hong Kong

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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Maker Faire Hong Kong was an engaging mix of old and new. Take a ride through the Faire with Senior Editor Caleb Kraft as he captures the magic on video.

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Learn to Blow Glass, Build Mini 4WD Cars, and Make Silly Robots at Maker Faire Hong Kong

Learn to Blow Glass, Build Mini 4WD Cars, and Make Silly Robots at Maker Faire Hong Kong

By Goli Mohammadi

Goli Mohammadi

I'm a word nerd who loves to geek out on how emerging technology affects the lexicon. I was an editor on the first 40 volumes of MAKE, and I love shining light on the incredible makers in our community. In particular, covering art is my passion — after all, art is the first thing most of us ever made. When not fawning over perfect word choices, I can be found on the nearest mountain, looking for untouched powder fields and ideal alpine lakes.

Contact me at snowgoli@gmail.com or via @snowgoli.

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This weekend, the fifth annual Maker Faire Hong Kong will be coming to the Hong Kong Polytechnic University with a wide array of amazing workshops.

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Maker Faire Hong Kong Features Collaborative Builds Galore

Maker Faire Hong Kong Features Collaborative Builds Galore

By Goli Mohammadi

Goli Mohammadi

I'm a word nerd who loves to geek out on how emerging technology affects the lexicon. I was an editor on the first 40 volumes of MAKE, and I love shining light on the incredible makers in our community. In particular, covering art is my passion — after all, art is the first thing most of us ever made. When not fawning over perfect word choices, I can be found on the nearest mountain, looking for untouched powder fields and ideal alpine lakes.

Contact me at snowgoli@gmail.com or via @snowgoli.

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While Shenzhen may be a mecca for Makers, Hong Kong is the first city in China to host a large-scale featured Maker Faire. The first annual Maker Faire Hong Kong, will take place this weekend, November 28 and 29.

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