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The kindergarten at the Qingpu Pinghe International School.

Qingpu Pinghe International School by OPEN Architecture

Shangahi

January 4, 2021

OPEN Architecture breaks with tradition by creating an architecturally diverse campus for the Qingpu Pinghe International School in Shanghai.

Tea House at Linyin Buddhist Temple by Amateur Architecture Studio

Hangzhou, China

Aric Chen

August 4, 2020

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Wang Shu and his wife and partner Lu Wenyu design an idiosyncratic retreat in their home city of Hangzhou, China.

The Zhang Yan Cultural Museum by Horizontal Design

Shanghai

Aric Chen

July 2, 2020

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Shenzhen-based designer Ju Bin's first ground-up project emerges from the ruins of a historic village outside Shanghai. Watch a video about the project below.

Kimpton Da An Hotel by Neri&Hu Design and Research Office

Taipei

Aric Chen

June 2, 2020

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A Shanghai-based firm employs a city’s humble milieu to create a modern oasis for a hotel in Taipei.

San Sa Village by IILab.

Beijou, China

Aric Chen

May 6, 2020

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Pre-social distancing, a hotel located two hours northeast of Beijing is designed to foster both community and solitude.

UCCA Dune Art Museum by OPEN Architecture

Qinhuangdao, China

Aric Chen

November 30, 2018

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In China, a subterranean museum with spectacular domelike galleries opens up to ocean views.

The Murray by Foster + Partners

Hong Kong

Aric Chen

April 1, 2018

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A nearly 50-year-old tower is reimagined for Hong Kong and its well-heeled visitors.

In Bamboo by Archi-Union

Daoming, China

Aric Chen

February 1, 2018

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A community center in a Chinese village brings dynamism to the vernacular.

A Tale of Two Cities: Architecture and Urbanism Biennale Wraps up in Shenzhen and Hong Kong

Aric Chen

February 22, 2016

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Behind the somewhat awkward name of the Bi-City Biennale of Urbanism\Architecture (UABB) in Shenzhen and Hong Kong—now in its sixth and fifth editions, respectively—lies a correspondingly awkward reality.e

Xihe Cereals and Oils Museum and Villagers' Activity Center

Cultural Revolution: A rural village finds new purpose by converting an old granary into a museum and community center.

Aric Chen

June 16, 2015

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A rural village finds new purpose by converting an old granary into a museum and community center.

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Fire-Rated Expansion Joints: Employing Best Practices + Avoiding Field Problems

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

There is more to an expansion joint system than just the frame and covers. This AIA CES program deals with the life safety specifics of fire barriers, industry standards and testing. In addition, it covers installation concerns, proper detailing of fire barriers, and the current state of joint system verification.

Aric Chen

ARTICLES

Qingpu Pinghe International School by OPEN Architecture

Tea House at Linyin Buddhist Temple by Amateur Architecture Studio

The Zhang Yan Cultural Museum by Horizontal Design

Kimpton Da An Hotel by Neri&Hu Design and Research Office

San Sa Village by IILab.

UCCA Dune Art Museum by OPEN Architecture

The Murray by Foster + Partners

In Bamboo by Archi-Union

A Tale of Two Cities: Architecture and Urbanism Biennale Wraps up in Shenzhen and Hong Kong

Xihe Cereals and Oils Museum and Villagers' Activity Center

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