The Future of the European City

by Nina Diezemann

Eastern European metropolises are proud of their high-rise buildings designed by star architects, while in London, skyscrapers are increasingly becoming part of the cityscape. Yet many European cities are more sceptical when it comes to contemporary architecture, particularly when it changes their historical appearance. » more

Pictures | 18/05/2007

Cityscapes

Symbols or prestige objects? How do the new building projects in Europe's cities look? A look at existed and planned buildings. » more

From the press | 18/05/2007

Skyscrapers or Cities as Museums

Whether they are looking at new construction projects or the tearing down of entire city districts, at the bombastic buildings of communism or the political architecture of democracy – European newspapers are casting a critical eye on the changing cityscapes. » more

Links | 18/05/2007

Further information

Here you will find articles on architecture and the future of the European city, criticism of contemporary buildings and construction projects, and additional information on the theme of urban development. » more

PRESS REVIEW

Main focus of 05/09/2008

Change through rapprochement

At a four-way summit in Damascus, French President Nicolas Sarkozy discussed the Middle East conflict and the nuclear dispute with Iran with his counterparts from Syria, Qatar and Turkey. Sarkozy hopes his efforts will bring Syria out of its international isolation. Will the summit help foster political development in the Middle East?

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