Thoughts and Works of World Architects (Cross-Flow of Modern Architecture)

Author: (Japanese) Masayuki Furuhashi, edited by Qian Li, Huang Yanshun, et al. translated
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Features: This book takes the crosscurrent of modern world architectural culture as its theme, introducing 51 internationally active architects on the global architectural stage. They are referred to as international architects because their architectural creative activities are not limited to their home countries but are worldwide. Many architects have established their own branch offices outside their home countries, and some even primarily operate outside their motherlands. Therefore, this cultural exchange phenomenon of today can also be seen as one of the characteristics of world architectural development at the end of this century. This book introduces 51 architects from various countries around the world, showcasing a rich diversity. Their ideas and works, to some extent, represent the new trends in the global architectural community. Many of their creative concepts and works are forward-looking and exploratory. Of course, this does not mean that being at the forefront is always better. Its true significance lies not just in providing new creative methods, but more importantly, in showcasing the new architectural concepts and artistic value orientations in the world today. Undoubtedly, these are invaluable for understanding the development of world architecture, broadening creative perspectives, and some architects are making their debut in China for the first time. Many of the materials are extremely precious, making this one of the high-quality architectural books translated and published in China in recent years.