
Beijing, as the cultural and political center of China, embodies a rich architectural language that bridges history and modernity, tradition and innovation, showcasing the city's profound depth and diversity. From monumental landmarks like CITIC Tower and Daxing International Airport to the hidden courtyard renovations nestled within the city's historic hutongs; from the dramatic revitalization of the Shougang industrial site to the refined transformations of Baiziwan and Baitasi, Beijing's architectural achievements continue to captivate and inspire. Every space tells a unique story of the city, blending heritage with contemporary vibrancy.
In this city, memories are preserved, and vitality thrives. Let us step into Beijing, rediscovering the "new Beijing" within the "old Beijing" through the lens of its architecture, and experience the depth of time and the pulse of the city in its dynamic spaces.
The following list showcases 28 projects highlighting the diversity in its built environment and the renowned architects who have completed projects in the city-state.
Leeza SOHO / Zaha Hadid Architects

Beijing Daxing International Airport / Zaha Hadid Architects

Shougang NO.3 Blast Furnace Museum / CCTN Design

Botanic Garden of International Horticultural Expo in Beijing (2019) / URBANUS

CITIC Tower / Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF)

Beijing Fengtai Station / gmp Architects

Beijing City Library / Snøhetta

Songzhuang Micro Community Park / Crossboundaries

Tencent Beijing Headquarters / OMA

Beijing Performing Arts Centre / Schmidt Hammer Lassen + Perkins&Will

Beijing Capital Museum / AREP

Brick Art Museum / Dong Yugan

CUBE Art Museum at 798 / Studio Zhu-Pei

Whitestone Gallery Beijing 798 / Kengo Kuma & Associates

UCCA Regeneration / OMA

Guardian Art Center in Beijing / Büro Ole Scheeren

M Woods Entrance Revitalization / Vector Architects

Baitasi Hutong Gallery / DnA

Canal Art Museum / officePROJECT

Qishe Courtyard / ARCHSTUDIO

the Conversion of No. 28 Dayuan Hu Tong / Atelier Li Xinggang

Baiziwan Social Housing / MAD Architects

Micro-Hutong / standardarchitecture

Courtyard 35 / WAY Studio

ARVO 16_30 Hotel / DL Atelier

Apple Store Sanlitun / Foster + Partners

Children's Community Centre The Playscape / waa

LiYuan Library / Li Xiaodong Atelier
