Shanghai 2040: The Reinvention of a Global Megacity

The Huangpu River, Shanghai's liquid spine, tells the story of a city perpetually reinventing itself. On its west bank, the historic Bund stands as a monument to 1920s grandeur, while across the water, the futuristic skyline of Pudong represents Ch

Shanghai's Dual Identity: Where Futurism and Heritage Collide in China's Global Showcase

I. Architectural Dichotomy • Vertical Expansion: - 165 skyscrapers over 200m (2nd globally) - 48 heritage-protected zones within CBD - Glass towers with traditional courtyard elements • Preservation Techniques: - Brick-by-brick relo