On the Beauty of Green Expo Architecture and Sustainable Development-Taking “China Pavilion” As An Example

Abstract ‘Green’ or ecological’ architecture is the inexorable trend of sustainable urban development. On meeting the basic functions of architecture, the design of the China Pavilion harbours the essence of traditional Chinese culture while employing modern technology and hi-tech materials. This demonstrates the application of traditional elements in the form of architecture yet combines the beauty of architecture, energy saving, recycling of natural resources together to realize the sustainable development of this type of architecture.