V.1.1. A PALACE FOR A NEW ELITE

5.1.1. A palace for a new elite

THE OPÉRA HOVERS OVER 

THE NEW IMPERIAL CAPITAL,

A CITY OF BANKS, SHIPPING COMPANIES,

DEPARTMENT STORES...

The second tranche of the urban transformation

is in the west to avoid pollution and rebels

View from the terrace of the Printemps department store

In brief

• Urban design that highlights power  

• Where new and old money cross paths

• "We too can mingle with the gods"

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