Why Chinese architecture Is getting the world’s attention
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Chinese architects like Ma Yansong, designer of George Lucas's new billion-dollar museum in Los Angeles, are designing some of the world's most ambitious and innovative buildings. CGTN's Karina Mitchell spoke with Aaron Betsky, architecture and design critic and visiting professor at Kean University, about what's driving China's rise in cutting-edge design, and what it will really take for the Lucas Museum to become the cultural anchor Los Angeles hopes for. 0:00 Why Shenzhen is becoming a global architecture hub 1:04 Why China is pushing the boundaries of modern architecture 1:42 How China’s “sponge cities” are changing urban design 2:09 How China is transforming old buildings with new technology 2:47 Can museums become powerful economic engines? 3:41 How iconic architecture can generate millions in economic value #bizshow #ByDesign #architecture #China #LucasMuseum #MaYanSong Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcas
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