Concrete Canvas: How Shanghai Reinvents Its Urban Soul Every Generation

Section 1: The Layers of HistoryShanghai's architectural timeline reveals:- 1843-1949: 5,800 heritage buildings (23 architectural styles)- 1980s-2000s: 92% of old city demolished for development- 2015-present: Strict 25% heritage retention rule for

"Neon Relics: How Shanghai's Colonial Architecture Learned to Code"

Chapter 1: The Breathing Facades The Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank Building now features self-cleaning nano-coating that changes opacity based on sunlight intensity. Its marble floors contain sensors mapping foot traffic to optimize preservation eff