Discussion keeps the world turning.
This is Roundtable.
Every city, town or village around the world has its own unique character.
And the buildings that lie within those communities tell a story about the history of that place.
Public buildings mean more to us than we may realize.
What should be done to maintain those prized architectural gems so
that we and the generations beyond ours can continue to enjoy them.
This is Roundtable.
I'm Steve Hatherley and I thank you for being with us.
Lai Ming and Hong Lin, join me for today's show.
Up first, a humble suburban school in Australia has fended off competition from skyscrapers,
museums and airport terminals to be named World Building of the year 2024.
The school beat more than 220 other shortlisted designs to win the coveted annual prize
at the World Architectural Festival in Singapore.
From schools to iconic museums to cozy parks, our buildings are more than just brick and mortar.
They're the heart and soul of our cities, infusing life,
culture and spirit into what many times may be called a concrete jungle.
What are the secrets behind these architectural marvels?
And how exactly do they shape the pulse of urban life?
So I guess if we're going to talk about buildings,