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The Marble Hall (Part 2): The most precious gift for children

The Kadoories' former home became the China Welfare Institute Children's Palace in 1953 under the advice of Madam Soong, founder of the institute.

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The Marble Hall (Part 1): The former residence of Jewish tycoon Elly Kadoorie

In downtown Shanghai stands a white building named Marble Hall. In 1924 when it was completed, the press called the architecture the most beautiful stately home in Shanghai.

2022-11-21 18:26 0

Art & Culture

The prosperous East-meets-West Pei Villa

Nestled in downtown Shanghai, the Pei Villa is a special garden house. It's modern with an elevator and also decorated with a lot of traditional Chinese elements.

2022-09-23 19:39 0

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Legend of Henry Lester's Medical Institute

Founded in 1932, the Henry Lester Institute of Medical Research is a three-story building in modern style and located in downtown Shanghai.

2022-07-28 11:29 0

Art & Culture

The Green House: the 'most luxurious residence in the Far East'

In 1936, architect Laszlo Hudec designed a modern-style villa for Chinese tycoon D. V. Woo, known as "The Green House."

2022-06-11 09:00 0

Art & Culture

Normandie Apartments: More than an Internet sensation

A signature work by architect Laszlo Hudec, Normandie Apartments is often referred to as the "little Flatiron" in reference to the famous New York skyscraper which it resembles.

2021-12-14 15:03 0

Art & Culture

Edition Hotel: Powerful design and classic restoration make history accessible to all

The Edition Hotel on Nanjing Road was renovated from two historic buildings: the 1930s Shanghai Power Company Building and the 1980s East China Electrical Power Building.

2021-11-25 18:17 0

Travel

A sparkling past and a bright future: basking in the glow of The Central

In the summer of 2021, the glass dome above The Central was finally lit. Michelle Qiao guides her audience in exploring this 1930s arcade and its recent makeover.

2021-09-25 08:00 0

Travel

Time well spent: The revitalization of a Bund icon

The Swatch Art Peace Hotel is an amazing case of revitalizing a historic building into an innovative art space.

2021-08-21 13:38 0

Travel

Near neighbors: The rich history and close residents of Ci'anli Building

In the 2nd episode of Qiao Shanghai, Michelle Qiao visits two homes in Ci'anli Building. Both boast amazing views of Nanjing Road.

2021-07-25 14:16 0

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The Marble Hall (Part 2): The most precious gift for children

The Marble Hall (Part 1): The former residence of Jewish tycoon Elly Kadoorie

The prosperous East-meets-West Pei Villa

Legend of Henry Lester's Medical Institute

The Green House: the 'most luxurious residence in the Far East'

Normandie Apartments: More than an Internet sensation

Edition Hotel: Powerful design and classic restoration make history accessible to all

A sparkling past and a bright future: basking in the glow of The Central

Time well spent: The revitalization of a Bund icon

Near neighbors: The rich history and close residents of Ci'anli Building

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The Marble Hall (Part 2): The most precious gift for children

The Marble Hall (Part 1): The former residence of Jewish tycoon Elly Kadoorie

The prosperous East-meets-West Pei Villa

Legend of Henry Lester's Medical Institute

The Green House: the 'most luxurious residence in the Far East'

Normandie Apartments: More than an Internet sensation

Edition Hotel: Powerful design and classic restoration make history accessible to all

A sparkling past and a bright future: basking in the glow of The Central

Time well spent: The revitalization of a Bund icon

Near neighbors: The rich history and close residents of Ci'anli Building

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