Book Nook: Kowloon Walled City 2049

Inspired by the real, raw streets of Kowloon Walled City, reimagined as they might exist in 2049. Neon soaked, rain slicked and alive with stories no city planner ever approved.

Some cities refuse to die.

Kowloon Walled City was demolished in 1993. But we went back. Through old photographs, researchers' albums and the memories of people who lived inside its crammed, chaotic, beautiful walls. We traced every illegal clinic, every narrow alley, every flickering sign.

Then we asked one question. What would it look like in 2049?

This is our answer. Now it's your turn to build it.

The Kowloon Walled City 2049 DIY Book Nook Kit is our most ambitious build. Neon lights that actually flash. Rain soaked puddles. A flickering screen that shifts as you look, one angle shows a humanoid broadcasting the weather, another a Vtuber promoting boba tea. An illegal dental clinic still open past midnight. Every detail pulled from history, every element pushed into the future.

This one takes longer than a weekend. But every hour is worth it.

Glue, scissors and tweezers will not be included due to shipping restrictions.

• Size: 9.1 (H) x 4.7 (W) x 8.4 (L) inches
• Pieces: 195
• Package Included: 195 Pre-cut & Colored Wooden Pieces, Dust Cover, English Instruction Guide, LED Strings, 1 x Frontal Dust Cover, 1 x Top Dust Cover
• Main Materials: Wood, Paper, LED Light, Acrylic
• Powered by: 3 x AA batteries (Not Provided) or USB-C Plug (Provided)
• Recommended Age: 14+
• A total of 12 light source (Yellow, White, Purple, Blue, Green, Red and 1 Flashing Signboard Lights)
• Weight: 1.8kg