Fred Kent, the founder of the nonprofit organization Project for Public Spaces, once stated that “If you plan cities for cars and traffic, you get cars and traffic. If you plan for people and places, you get people and places." It may sound obvious, nevertheless, our cities today are indeed undergoing a rapid transformation from a car-oriented society to a pedestrian-friendly community.
Shanghai, an Oriental contemporary megacity, is quickly expanding with its fast-growing population. On the other hand, Shanghai is also a city with rich trading history and cultural heritage. Binjiang Avenue, located in the Lujiazui area of Shanghai's Pudong District, stretches about 2500 meters, integrating urban life and environmental protection. In the following, we will take a tour to discover exemplary architectural projects along Binjiang Avenue, and witness how they have revitalized the old waterfront.
Built with Historical Heritage
