Friday, June 28, 2013

V.1. A PALACE FOR A NEW ELITE

5.1.1. A palace for a new elite

THE OPÉRA DOMINATES THE NEW IMPERIAL CAPITAL, A CITY
OF BANKS, SHIPPING AND INSURANCE COMPANIES, DEPARTMENT STORES...

The second tranche of the urban metamorphosis is built in the west to avoid rebels and pollution

View from the terrace of the Printemps department store

In brief

  • A design that highlights power
  • Where new and old money cross paths
  • "We too can mingle with the gods"

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