Hudong Area Development Research

Author: Cao Chun
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: The "Human Series" editorial team interviewed Professor Chen Bingzhao, former Dean of the School of Architecture and Urban Planning and Doctoral Supervisor at Tongji University. Professor Chen is considered the "Human" who introduced digital technology and developed systems engineering in the field of Tongji University's urban planning. Back then, Professor Chen devoted himself tirelessly to introducing new technologies for teaching, research, and discipline development. Today, he actively participates in formulating strategies and providing advice for the strategic positioning and rational development of the Yangpu University Town.
The theme of this issue is the development research of the Hedong area: Yangpu District is Shanghai's largest science and education hub, and "Knowledge Yangpu" should be its core function. As an important part of "Knowledge Yangpu," "Planning Yangpu" plays a pivotal role in the construction process of the entire district. A series of international scheme competitions for key areas in Yangpu District have become the biggest highlight, which is also the core content and focus of this issue. From these international schemes, we can appreciate the advanced planning ideas, innovative presentation techniques, and unique research perspectives of renowned planning designers.
Yangpu District has successively held international scheme competitions for the planning of key areas such as the Dalian Road Modern Service District, the Wujiaochang Municipal Sub-center, the Fuxing Island and surrounding areas, the W-7 plot and surrounding areas, Xinqiwan City, and the W-5 plot in the Yangpu Bridge area. The fresh concepts from Denmark, Australia, Germany, Spain, the United States, Italy, and other countries have deeply inspired us.
In addition to maintaining the original sections of this series, this issue also introduces new features: "Registered Planner's Corner," "Urban Voices," "Youthful Campus," and "Exemplary Practices."
Registered Planner's Corner: Features selected questions and answers from the annual registered planner examination, with insights from past examiners, benefiting readers greatly.
Urban Voices: A column compiling hot topics in urban development, with the Mayor's Forum allowing readers to witness the style and insightful remarks of city leaders.
Youthful Campus: A collection of annual fast-track design competition entries from students applying to Tongji University's urban planning program, serving as a new platform for young talents to showcase their skills and potential. This issue includes thirteen schemes, showcasing diverse styles of student work, with the first-ever expert review of planning fast-track design entries by professors from planning institutes.
Exemplary Practices: Introduces famous planning schemes and architectural works from abroad. This issue focuses on the renowned urban architectural planning of Paris, France, including the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-élysées, the Louvre, and more.