New London Architecture

Author: Kenneth Powell
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Publish Date: 2002-11-01
Features: The book contains numerous multi-faceted illustrations, covering recent significant developments in London as well as unfinished works. Renowned architectural writer Kenneth Powell combines political context to study over 100 different projects, which collectively shaped the modern metropolis of London. The urban development of the English capital—London—has a multifaceted impact: from high-rise residential buildings to corporate offices, from internationally significant sports facilities to new boutique stores, from modern healthcare centers and libraries to riverside student apartments, all reflecting the new urban image. This book not only documents important public buildings but also includes a variety of medium and small-scale projects, which demonstrate London's profound transformation.