It was built in the architectural style of neoclassical and Edwardian Baroque.
[1] Funds for the construction of the building were financed by Professor C.A.
It was opened in February 1919 by Governor Sir Edward Stubbs, The building was originally used and designed to accommodate the Students' Union.
An East wing was constructed in 1962, and the building was converted to the Senior Common Room for the university's academic and senior administrative staff in 1974.
In 1986, in appreciation of the donations made by Hung Hing Ying towards the university, the building was renamed to Hung Hing Ying Building.