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Portraits From Above: Hong Kong's Informal Rooftop Communities

by Rufina Wu
RM55.47 MYR
Portraits From Above: Hong Kong's Informal Rooftop Communities
Portraits From Above: Hong Kong's Informal Rooftop Communities

Elevated resilience in Hong Kong's rooftop slums.

If the intricacies of urban living and unconventional spaces intrigue you, "Portraits from Above" is a compelling pick. This book doesn't just offer photographs; it presents stories, architectural insights, and a rare glimpse into lives that unfold above the bustling streets of Hong Kong. It's an eye-opening journey that bridges architecture, human spirit, and the complexities of urban development.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Portraits From Above: Hong Kong's Informal Rooftop Communities

by Rufina Wu
RM55.47 MYR
ISBN: 9789889984380
Authors: Rufina Wu
Publisher: MCCM Creations
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Art, Sociology, History
Related Topics: Architecture, Art and Photography, Photography, Social Issues, History
Goodreads rating: 4.33
(rated by 9 readers)

Description

Self-built settlements on the roofs of high-rise buildings have been an integral part of Hong Kong's history for over half a century. Rooftop structures range from basic shelters for the disadvantaged to intricate multi-storey constructions equipped with the amenities of modern life. Rufina Wu (Canada) and Stefan Canham (Germany) utilize the tools of an architect and the tools of a photographer to document rooftop communities on five buildings located in older districts in the Kowloon Peninsula, slated for redevelopment by the Urban Renewal Authority of Hong Kong. Text records of the residents' stories, measured drawings of each distinct rooftop structure, and high-resolution images of the domestic interiors of more than twenty households offer an unprecedented insight into the everyday life on Hong Kong's rooftops.
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Elevated resilience in Hong Kong's rooftop slums.

If the intricacies of urban living and unconventional spaces intrigue you, "Portraits from Above" is a compelling pick. This book doesn't just offer photographs; it presents stories, architectural insights, and a rare glimpse into lives that unfold above the bustling streets of Hong Kong. It's an eye-opening journey that bridges architecture, human spirit, and the complexities of urban development.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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