China is not only a playground for international architectural practices, but has its own active architectural scene. Twenty-six projects completed during the last four years focus on this diverse output. With the work in their own country, Chinese architects take a position between international influences and China's rich building tradition.
All buildings are introduced with detailed project descriptions, relevant plans and numerous color photographs. The range of examples includes the reuse of historic factory buildings, experimental new buildings and new applications of old building materials such as bamboo.
An introductory essay provides an overview of the current positions of Chinese architects.
