Arts & Culture

Beijing’s Pearl: the National Centre for the Performing Arts

by Áinee Álamo Ávila in Architecture Feb 8, 2023 — 3 min read

In the heart of Beijing, the National Centre for the Performing Arts appears as a drop of modernity. At first, the location and design of the project were controversial. Wouldn’t it be too contemporary and out of context within the historic center?

More Than a Dress: The Story Behind the Qipao

by Áinee Álamo Ávila in Arts & Culture Jan 25, 2023 — 3 min read

The qipao, usually made of silk and other fabrics, is a classic traditional dress and an icon of Chinese culture. Beyond its popularity, it is also a symbol of freedom and sexuality.