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A City Within a City: How Micro-City Design Breathes New Life into Multi-Use Concepts

Architizer

Urban Ecosystems: The Rise of Micro-Cities for Vibrant and Harmonious Living Urban developments conceptualized as micro-cities integrate high-density living with diverse mixed-use functionalities, revolutionizing urban living within the broader context of existing cities.

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Shanghai West Bund AI Tower & Plaza by NIKKEN SEKKEI LTD

Archinect

Nikken Sekkei was selected in an international design competition in 2009 to lead a new urban development on the site of the former local Longhua Airport. In all, the firm has been involved in local area urban and architectural design for more than a decade. This concept runs through the entire project.

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Changshu Intelligence and Science City - Jinmao Sales Centre by Aedas

Archinect

The Jinmao Sales Centre is essentially a microcosm of the Jinmao Smart Science City, whose objective is to create a brand new smart city that serves as an engine for Changshu's urban development. The sales centre is adjacent to Kuncheng Lake, where koi fishes inhabit.

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Ephemeral Structures, Enduring Ideas: Why Architectural Pavilions Still Matter

Architizer

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. World Expos: Inspiring Collaboration and Innovation Worldwide UAE Pavilion Expo Dubai by Santiago Calatrava | Photo by iCliff Agendia via Pexels.

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Competitions: International Design Competition for the Changdong Station Transit Complex Center

Bustler

and to select the optimal design that revitalizes urban regeneration and promotes residential welfare from functional, social, and economic perspectives.

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Ateno lines subway station in "continuous waves" of red concrete panels in China

Deezen

The structure is clad entirely with red concrete panels "The core concept is to revive the disappearing traditional architecture in a new way in the urban area," lead architect Jianhua Sun told Dezeen.

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Five key projects by architect and Dezeen Awards judge Francine Houben

Deezen

She is currently overseeing a diverse range of projects spanning cultural, educational, residential, and urban developments. From designing innovative mixed-use developments to revitalizing historic landmarks, our team is committed to creating architecture that enriches lives and enhances communities."

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