Twenty-first century China is a country on the move.As it hurtles into the future, a new revolution -- that of a fast-growing creative movement -- is taking place. As the country's enterprising designers draw on classical Chinese accents and blend these with modern dynamic ideas, the term "Made in China" becomes dramatically redefined to mean chic, refreshing, inspiring -- and even astounding, tn the architectural arena, in particular, inspiring new responses to modern living in China are emerging.

The Rise of Modern China

New China Chic

Pretty in Pink

Magnificent Ming

Kaleidoscope Color

Temple of Heaven

X Appeal

Far Pavilion

Tee Time

Pure Glamor

Beijing Avant Garde

The Furniture House

The Bamboo Wall

The Cantilever House

Modern Romance

At Home and At Work

Art World

Concrete Abode

Stone Age

The Tao of Design

Artist's Retreat

The Candy Factory

White Out

Fusion Central

New Shanghai

Factory Chic

Art in the City

Zen Hideaway

Feng Shui Friendly

Cool Customer

Neighborhood Watch

Echoes of the Past

Shikumen Style

Heart of Stone

Au Naturel

Precious Jewel

Hutong Hip

The Last Emperor

Twenties with a Twist

Sense of Soul

Soho Living

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