Ten-i Garden: One Garden, Three Rhymes [CU:SU 2026 Extension Activity]

Overview

In our fast-paced urban lifestyle, we often overlook the deep connection between plants and our daily existence. For centuries, plants have been used to dye fabrics, flavor food, and promote wellness within traditional Chinese culture. The "Ten-i Garden: One Garden, Three Rhymes" event invites participants to explore the Ten-i Garden in Guilin. Through hands-on activities, you will learn the secrets of extracting natural dyes from botanical materials and discover how to integrate the philosophy of sustainability into your everyday life.

Highlights

• From Garden to Cup: Using fresh plants sourced directly from the Xiangshan Garden, participants will craft their own signature seasonal beverage. This is not just a treat for the palate, but a sensory journey through aromas, colors, and flavors.
• Workplace Wellness: Aligning with the CU:SU conference's focus on wellbeing, the event will share insights on creating a healthy workplace environment. Learn how integrating quality nutrition and mindful environment management can help employees maintain peak performance, boost efficiency, and foster a healthy corporate culture.
• Exploring Plant Life: Discover the multifaceted utility of plants and experience firsthand how natural aesthetics can be seamlessly integrated into our lives through thoughtful material selection and creation.

Mentors & Organizers

This event is co-presented by The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts and the Centre for Cultural and Sustainability. We are honored to host three experienced mentors to guide this journey:

• Shi Yang
• Zhu Shirong
• Cao Ziyue

Venue & Access

The workshop will be held at HKAPA Classroom 2, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, providing a professional and comfortable environment for discovery and exchange.

Ticketing

• Standard: HK$200
• Student: HK$140

Please register via the Art-mate platform. Spaces are limited, so we encourage early booking. For any activity-related inquiries, please contact the CU:SU organizing team at cusu2026@hkapa.edu.