# Green Metropolis Makeovers Guangzhou, China Revamps for the Future With New Southern-Axis By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-09-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guangzhou-china References: [hellermanus](http://www.hellermanus.com/) Heller Manus Architects from San Francisco is the team responsible for redesigning Guangzhou, China. They are implementing a new Southern-axis, which will tie in nicely with the Northern-axis they just designed, don't you think? The new Southern-axis will improve [parks, recreation areas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-sports-park) and transportation areas. Guangzhou is China's third largest city, but is now looking like a leader in the movement for more [livable and sustainable cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-ecological-design) thanks to these improvements and developments. **Implications** - Ever since George Haussmann redesigned Paris in the 19th Century, the concept of [city rebuilding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scottsdale-civic-plaza) has been more and more approachable. These days, however, metropolitan centers aren't refurbished for the sake of aesthetics, but for environmental friendliness. At this point, the design firms who propose to reconstruct cityscapes into greener habitats are awarded impressive contracts that last for years. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **City Rebuilding:** Opportunities for design firms to propose and implement environmentally friendly cityscapes. - **Livable Cities:** Focus on creating cities that are more livable and sustainable. - **Green Metropolis:** Emphasis on transforming urban areas into greener habitats. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architectural Design:** Architects and design firms can capitalize on the demand for city rebuilding projects. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can play a vital role in creating livable cities. - **Sustainable Development:** Companies in the sustainable development sector can contribute to transforming urban areas into green metropolises. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Urban Roofscape Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards.md) - [Large Sports Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greater-bay-area-sports-centre.md) - [Reimagined Riverside Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gate-m-west-bund-dream-center.md) - [Refreshed Red Brick Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanjing-combat.md) - [Urban Ecological Design Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-ecological-design.md) - [Greenhouse Office Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-for-roundtable.md) - [Terraced Urban Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/go-park-sai-sha.md) - [Beach-Inspired Metro Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourism-line.md) - [Waterfront Transformation Public Park](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wilmington-waterfront-promenade.md)