Philippa Tinsley
three shadows architecture
China doesn't appear to have the Western culture of architect superstars, although many famous foreign architects are currently working on flagship projects in Beijing so the culture looks set to change.
The (superstar) artist Ai Weiwei has worked with several architects (both Chinese and Western), consulting particularly on materials. Here at the Three Shadows Photography Gallery he has considered the detail of the facade in a way that seems to bridge between craftsman and architect.
three shadows architecture
China doesn't appear to have the Western culture of architect superstars, although many famous foreign architects are currently working on flagship projects in Beijing so the culture looks set to change.
The (superstar) artist Ai Weiwei has worked with several architects (both Chinese and Western), consulting particularly on materials. Here at the Three Shadows Photography Gallery he has considered the detail of the facade in a way that seems to bridge between craftsman and architect.