The article discusses the rapid urban growth in southern China, particularly in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, highlighting the commercial focus that drives the development of megastructures. These projects prioritize efficiency and density, often resulting in expansive malls built over transit hubs, aimed at stimulating economic activity. However, this approach largely disregards environmental impact and the pedestrian experience, as individuals often find themselves trapped within these vast, isolated complexes, which detracts from the walkability and urban context of the cities.
These megastructures offer clear advantages-economic efficiency, high development returns, and convenience for transit users-but often ignore urban context and environment.
Projects in southern China, including Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, focus on maximum density and efficiency, resulting in sprawling malls over transportation hubs.
#urban-development #megastructures #transit-oriented-development #environmental-impact #pedestrian-experience
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