Author: Cuhna Luis Sa
Place: Macau
Publisher: Cultural Institute
Year: 2002
Volume: Culture nstiti 8
Pages: 282
Source: Donated by Amita Baig
Subject: Architecture
Sub-Subject: Architecture History
Keyword: Architectural History Macao
Classification: 711.4
Shelf: C3R4
Accession No: B226
Contents: Atrium Architecture Urban Planning Law Testimonies Arts
Abstract: This review examines the relationship between culture, heritage, and urban planning in Macao, highlighting how city discourses influence architecture and legal frameworks. It analyzes atrium architecture, urban planning approaches, heritage laws, and artistic testimonies to reveal the ongoing balance between preserving historical identity and embracing modernization. The study emphasizes the importance of cultural heritage in shaping urban policies and shows how arts and public narratives play a vital role in discussions about Macao’s identity and spatial development. Overall, it reflects the complex dialogue between tradition and progress in the city’s evolving landscape.