China Architecture Now

Join Yung Ho Chang—one of the world’s most innovative and influential Chinese architects—for an inspired discussion about the how the rapid changes in contemporary China’s economy, mobility and consumerism are profoundly affecting architectural practice in the country. Born in Beijing, Yung studied environmental design and architecture in the United States. After earning an M. Arch. degree from UC Berkeley, he returned to Beijing to co-found the country’s first independent architecture firm in 1993. Atelier FCJZ (short for Feichang Jianzhu) translates to “unusual architecture”. The firm works agilely amongst projects that include private homes, factories, museums, and government buildings, as well as installations, experimental furniture, and graphic design. Their work is known for combining traditional Chinese forms and materials with contemporary global practice. From 2002-03, Yung held the Kenzo Tange Chair at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design. Currently, he is head of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Department of Architectural Design, and maintains his architectural practice in Beijing.

Tickets are $5 members, $12 non-members. Does not include special exhibition fees. Tickets available online and on-site.

Fields Ballroom