Full of retro colors and childlike fun! ifc mall × YEYE Weller instantly drops you into a happy universe the moment you walk in
Like stepping into a 1930s American cartoon in a second
Summary
- First exhibition in Hong Kong: German artist YEYE Weller is holding his large-scale art installation show “Summer Paradise” for the first time in the atrium on Level 1 of ifc mall in Central, Hong Kong.
- 1930s American cartoon style: The exhibition is heavily inspired by 1930s American cartoons, blending brightly colored pop art aesthetics with brand-new exclusive characters.
- 6 highlight zones: The layout features 6 photo and experience spots, including the “Yellow Beach House,” “Snap & Shine Selfie Mirror,” and “Boomerang Bar.”
- Limited-edition perks: After completing the interactive games at the “Summer Game Station,” visitors have a chance to receive a limited-edition selfie mirror set with exclusive illustration stickers.
Every summer, art installations at Hong Kong malls always bring surprises. If you want to add plenty of color and humor to your life this summer, Hong Kong ifc mall in Central is a place to unwind that you won’t want to miss. This time, ifc mall has teamed up with German art duo YEYE Weller to present their first large-scale art installation in Hong Kong, “Summer Paradise.” Inspired by the colors and characters of 1930s American cartoons, it instantly transports visitors on a bright, playful summer adventure.
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The retro aesthetic trend: The comforting appeal of 1930s cartoon style
In recent years, a strong retro aesthetic trend has swept from fashion to art exhibitions. From luxury brands to contemporary illustration shows, creations with bright colors, fluid lines, and a humorous, tongue-in-cheek visual style always seem to speak to city dwellers’ need for comfort. German art duo YEYE Weller is among those who bring this aesthetic to life most fully. With “color, humor, and balance” as their core creative philosophy, their quirky characters have an infectious quality that always brings a knowing smile.
6 photo-worthy highlights: Beach hut, selfie mirror, and Boomerang clips
For their first exhibition in Hong Kong, YEYE Weller specially designed new exclusive characters, transforming the entire first-floor atrium of ifc mall into a retro-pop summer playground.
The installation features 6 unmissable photo spots and interactive experiences: the eye-catching, colorful “Summer Sail”; the beach vacation-inspired “Yellow Beach Hut”; the “Snap & Shine Selfie Mirror,” featuring a unique mirrored surface for taking photos; the summery “Palm Corner”; the “Boomerang Bar,” where you can create one-of-a-kind Boomerang clips; and the “Summer Game Station,” where completing the challenge gives you a chance to win a limited-edition selfie mirror and a set of exclusive YEYE Weller illustrated stickers!
Whether you’re looking for a great place to take photos over the weekend or hoping to enjoy a little childlike fun and humor amid Central’s hectic pace, the retro-colored “Summer Paradise” exhibition is sure to bring plenty of positive energy. Which area would you most like to visit for photos?
Hong Kong ifc mall “Summer Paradise” summer art installation
Dates: July 23 to August 30, 2026
Hours: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: First-floor atrium, Hong Kong ifc mall
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