I have bookmarked this project since mid 2009 and now I have a chance to post it here – the Chaoyangmen SOHO by Zaha Hadid. I can’t see the detail of the project, but as always I just like the shape of buildings designed by her. Mentioned as Zaha’s first architectural works in Beijing, the uniqueness of the project is paralelled …
Actually the structure of CCTV Tower was completed in time of the 2008 Olympics, but it will be functional by the end of 2009. Designed by Rem Koolhaas and Ole Scheeren, with Cecil Balmond as design engineer, this spectacular building will become the headquarters of China’s state television company.
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Located in Beijing, the temporary “Green” Technology Showroom is designed by Gong Dong for CR Land. This showroom using grass panel with integrated irrigation system. Total building area: 500 m2.
The you know who stadium now has its bamboo version. Made by a group of villagers in Hangshou City, the replicas constructed with 1000 pieces of bamboo and completed in two weeks. Now I’m sure that Chinese are replicators of all the things not just electronic devices.
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Along with new mega buildings include Bird’s Nest stadium, Aquatic Center, and the 3 million Beijing’s futuristic new airport terminal designed by British architect Norman Foster, the government of China is also trying to create a new, improved population for the Olympic events.
With a price tag of $43 billion, the Summer Games that will open …
Designed by Copenhagen based group of architects, BIG, the REN Building is expected to be a recognizable landmark for the 2010 World Expo in Shangai, China. As you can see in the image, the building is shaped by two buildings that unite on the water. The building will mix-use the function of hotel, sports and conference center.
Designed by Steven Holl, the Linked Hybrid in Beijing is being constructed as you can see in the image above. Thank to Iwan Baan who proudly captured the progress.
Current development in Beijing is almost entirely “object buildings” and free standing towers. This “city within a city” envisions urban space as the central aim—as well as all the activities and programs that can support the daily life of over 2500 inhabitants: café’s, delis, laundry, dry cleaners, florists etc, line the main public passages. The eight towers are linked at the twentieth floor by a ring of cafes and services.
Designed by Foster + Partners, the new terminal (Terminal 3) of Beijing Capital International Airport is the first building to break the one million square meter barrier. The airport is part of China’s preparation for the 29th World Olympic along with other iconic building in Beijing such as Bird Nest and Aquatic Center.
Norman Foster said: “This new terminal is the largest and most advanced airport building in the world – a celebration of the thrill and poetry of flight. A gateway to Beijing, it communicates a unique sense of place, its dragon-like form evoking traditional Chinese colours and symbols.”
