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You’ve probably visited the Tian’anmen Gatetower—the landmark building of Beijing,but you may not ha...
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You’ve probably visited the Tian’anmen Gatetower—the landmark building of Beijing,but you may not have heard of Kuai Xiang.Along with him,the following remarkable architects all took the center stage at their times.
Kuai Xiang(1399—1481)
Tian’anmen Gatetower is universally considered the brainchild of Kuai Xiang.By following in the footsteps of ancient homebuilders,he successfully presented the Emperor Judy with a grand wooden structure which has stood the test of time for almost 600 years.Visitors are also hooked on its delicate paintings.
Ieob Ming Pei (1917-present)
His motto is:Traditions should be sealed in glass boxes at museums.He is always struggling with innovation.Although under grilling from French conservative critics,he still planted a glass pyramid into the courtyard of the Louvre.His other works include John F.Kennedy Library,Beijing Fragrant Hill Hotel and Suzhou Museum.
Zaha Hadid(1950-2016)
In 2004,she became the first woman to win the Pritzker Architecture Prize,the Nobel Prize for architecture.She used tricks to maximize available space.Her fluid-style works pioneer the concept of micro-living. The curves(曲线)of Guangzhou Opera House perfectly match the rise and fall of its surrounding buildings,forming a unique view.
Meng Fanchao (1959-present)
Many people dismissed the building of a mega bridge as a pipe dream,but Meng Fanchao turned this into reality by building Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge.This longest cross-sea bridge,when viewed afar,looks like a dynamic dragon braving the rolling waves of Lingding Sea.
1.What can we infer about Kuai Xiang?
A. He never follows traditions. B. He lacks financial support.
C. He is a successful architect. D. He likes delicate hooks.
2.What’s Ieoh Ming Pei’s attitude towards creation?
A. Positive. B. Uncaring.
C. Subjective. D. Disapproving.
3.What do Zaha Hadid and Meng Fanchao have in common?
A. They emphasize the use of space. B. They set a remarkable record.
C. They like following others’opinions. D. their works meet with a boycott.
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