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Architecture and the Economy: Inside China’s Ghost Cities

Architizer

Sign up for key information about the 12th Annual A+Awards, set to launch this fall. In recent months, as rumors of China’s economic crisis have spread, the images that seem to interest people the most are photographs of China’s so-called “ghost cities” — urban developments that are eerily under-occupied.

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Does Historic Preservation Have a Future in America’s Imploding Cities?

Architectural Observer

Today there is no lack of information about Mount Vernon, Monticello, Independence Hall, etc. Unlivable as in commercial real estate is tanking. When one considers that the dollar buys less than it did eight years ago the real loss is even greater than it appears. Unlivable as in crime is rampant.

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Benthem Crouwel and OVA win competition 4th Quadrant in Prague

aasarchitecture

Image © Benthem Crouwel Architects, OVA Accessible The plinth is fully permeable and is characterized by open facades, welcoming entrances, informal routes, alleys, passages and squares. On the other side, a city block embraces a semi-private oasis; the micro forest offers a fantastic living environment.

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Sweden’s Timber Dream: The World’s Largest Wooden City Awaits

The Architecture Designs

The Vision of Stockholm Wood City source: pinterest.com The brainchild of Danish studio Henning Larsen and Swedish firm White Arkitekter, Stockholm Wood City represents a revolutionary leap in urban development. It’s a significant investment, but it’s also a powerful statement on the future of urban development.

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Tours Val de Loire Airport area masterplan

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This land offers Tours Métropole the opportunity to rethink the entire airport area, and to include it in the urban renewal process yet under way in the north-east of the city. Tours Val de Loire Airport area masterplan – Building Information. Design Team: Lafayette, Paris (urban planning and urban design, leading architect).

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Gorskaya Territory Development | Selected Participants

ArchiDiaries

PETERSBURG, 76 COMPANIES FROM 16 COUNTRIES WILL COMPETE FOR THE RIGHT TO DEVELOP ARCHITECTURAL AND URBAN SOLUTIONS. Acceptance of applications to participate in the International Competition for the Architectural and Urban Development Solutions for Gorskaya Territory has now ended. BACKGROUND INFORMATION.

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Tang Song Courtyard Villa in Wuxi City, Jiangsu

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Nowadays, despite urban development and life changes, homeland and family remain a deep bond for people in Jiangyin and call for physical carriers and spiritual essence. Tang Song Courtyard Villa, Wuxi City, China – Building Information Project Name: YANLORD TANG SONG Client: Jiangyin Renshang Real Estate Development Co.,

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