Metastasis
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Structure design
Infrastructure
As we traverse the streets of major cities, our gaze is inevitably drawn to iconic structures like Beijing's CCTV Headquarters, Shanghai's Oriental Pearl, the World Financial Center, and Guangzhou's Canton Tower. These towering edifices have become synonymous with urban landmarks. However, with the relentless march of urbanization, buildings across cities are becoming taller and more homogenous, transforming landmark architecture into a privilege reserved for major urban centers. Since the early 20th century, architecture has been commodified, with societal goals centered around land and homeownership. This commodification sought to allure by detaching architecture from its context, making real estate a cornerstone of modern civilization. Yet, the 21st century has unveiled cracks in this system, highlighted by the subprime mortgage crisis, which exposed the folly of treating homes as mere commodities. Moving forward, we are exploring innovative living solutions like "mobile architecture" and "modularity" that cater to individual needs and financial capabilities, ensuring that home ownership is accessible and equitable for all during periods of economic prosperity.