Globalization Impact - Overseas Architectural Design in China

Author: Xue Qiuli
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: Since 1980, China's architectural activities have expanded with economic development, presenting a revolutionary leap. The input of overseas architectural design has been a significant part of this revolution, flowing into China from a trickle to a mighty river over 25 years. This book examines the expression and impact of overseas architectural design in China, with the historical periods of 1980-1990, 1991, and the 21st century as its vertical axis. In each period, it discusses the social and technological influences, representative architectural and urban design works, and architects, as well as the contributions and roles of these buildings to China's local architecture. Through this book, readers can experience the profound impact of globalization and modernization on China. The appendix at the end includes multiple case studies, a chronicle of major overseas architectural projects in China, and the works of Japanese, American, and European architects in China, making it academically rigorous, informative, and highly readable.