Beijing The New City

Name: Beijing The New City
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ISBN: 9788861303027

ISBN-10: 8861303021

ISBN-13: 9788861303027

Edition: 2008

Authors: Carlo Santoro, Claudio Greco

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In view of the forthcoming Olympics, Beijing is intent on revitalizing its image as the capital of a nation capable of taking a leading role in the world. Construction is already underway and has been entrusted to the most prestigious architects on the international scene (Koolhaas, Herzog & de Meuron, Ito, Isozaki, Hadid, and Andreu). Illustrated with full-color photographs and including detailed information about building plans and sites, Beijing concludes with a look at both the positive and negative aspects of the projects underway. It also includes a look into the future through conversations with emerging personalities in Chinese architecture and some of the leading figures heading…

Book details

List price: $14.99
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Skira Editore
Publication date: 6/17/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 272
Size: 7.00" wide x 8.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.892
Language: English



Foreword


Introduction


Beijing, the Contemporary Metropolis


History of the City until the 1990s


1992-2007: The Definitive Turning Point. Foundations for Change


The New Urban Layout


New Architecture


Emerging Characters


Topographical Maps