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Wu Liangyong is an architect and urban planner based in China. His practice, spanning over seventy years, has profoundly influenced China's urban development and architecture education. Wu's work emphasizes the integration of architecture with urban planning, focusing on creating harmonious human settlements that respect cultural heritage while promoting sustainability. Notably, he led the architectural team for the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing and co-founded the Faculty of Architecture at Tsinghua University alongside Professor Liang Sicheng in 1946, where he taught for five decades. His projects, such as the Ju'er Hutong in Beijing and the development of Tiananmen Square, showcase his commitment to culturally sensitive and sustainable urban design.Wu's impact extends beyond his architectural designs; he has made significant contributions to architectural education, receiving the UIA Jean Tschumi Prize in 1996 for his exceptional role in this field. His tenure as vice-president of the International Union of Architects and the Architectural Society of China, along with his chairmanship in several societies focused on human settlements and urban planning, underscore his influence in shaping the discourse on urban development both in China and globally. His dedication to the field is further evidenced by his numerous awards, including the Prince Claus Award and the Highest Science and Technology Award, recognizing his contributions to science and technology in architecture.
