The Coolest Chinese Architecture
China’s architecture has always impressed, whether the structure is an ancient temple with perfect symmetry or a modern skyscraper that reflects the passing clouds. In the past century, China’s growth as an economic power and its rapid urbanization has demanded ingenuity of architects, who have responded with remarkable designs. This inviting text takes readers on a tour of China’s craziest and coolest architectural creations. Through well-researched text and stunning photographs, they’ll discover the jaw-dropping dimensions of the New Century Global Center, the intricate ornamentation of Beijing National Stadium, and the record-breaking construction process of the T30 Hotel, among many other fascinating facts.
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The Coolest Chinese Architecture
China’s architecture has always impressed, whether the structure is an ancient temple with perfect symmetry or a modern skyscraper that reflects the passing clouds. In the past century, China’s growth as an economic power and its rapid urbanization has demanded ingenuity of architects, who have responded with remarkable designs. This inviting text takes readers on a tour of China’s craziest and coolest architectural creations. Through well-researched text and stunning photographs, they’ll discover the jaw-dropping dimensions of the New Century Global Center, the intricate ornamentation of Beijing National Stadium, and the record-breaking construction process of the T30 Hotel, among many other fascinating facts.
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The Coolest Chinese Architecture

The Coolest Chinese Architecture

by Therese M. Shea
The Coolest Chinese Architecture

The Coolest Chinese Architecture

by Therese M. Shea

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China’s architecture has always impressed, whether the structure is an ancient temple with perfect symmetry or a modern skyscraper that reflects the passing clouds. In the past century, China’s growth as an economic power and its rapid urbanization has demanded ingenuity of architects, who have responded with remarkable designs. This inviting text takes readers on a tour of China’s craziest and coolest architectural creations. Through well-researched text and stunning photographs, they’ll discover the jaw-dropping dimensions of the New Century Global Center, the intricate ornamentation of Beijing National Stadium, and the record-breaking construction process of the T30 Hotel, among many other fascinating facts.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781499472400
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Publication date: 07/30/2022
Series: Crazy Cool China
Pages: 48
Product dimensions: 7.32(w) x 9.37(h) x 0.32(d)
Age Range: 12 - 17 Years
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