Theme: Deconstruct, Reconstruct

Le Corbusier revolutionized modern architecture, combining functionalism with bold sculptural expressionism. However, in the era of climate change, a narrow focus on functions does not facilitate coordination across departments nor build urban resilience. Thus, many urban planners deconstruct Le Corbusier’s idea and reconstruct a more holistic solution integrating systems satisfying the needs of contemporary society. However, this is one possible perspective out of myriad lenses to dive into our TEDx event this year under the theme, "Deconstruct, Reconstruct."
As the fifth TEDx event at Shanghai Soong Ching Ling School, you will see students, parents, and guest speakers presenting a variety of topics from psychology to architecture, from family relationships to the chemistry of pollution, and from music to technology. Not only that, but you may also buy intricate souvenirs designed by the team and engage in interactive activities before the event! We hope to see you in April!

Soong Ching Ling School Theatre
No.2 Yehui Rd, Qingpu District
Shanghai, Shanghai, 201700
China

Addison Zheng

SCLS G12 Student

Billy Tang

SCLS G11 Student

Cherry Shen

SCLS G9 Student

He Zhang

Zhang He is recognized as Gusu Leading Talent in Innovation and Entrepreneurship and is currently a Business Development Manager at Lifttech Machinery. With a Master's in Mechanical Engineering from Tsinghua University and a Ph.D. in Medical Robotics from SJTU, he specializes in prosthetic hand design and has contributed to the National 973 Project. Since 2014, his passion has been collaborative innovation for a sustainable future.

Keefe Chang

SCLS G8 Student

Peng Chien Chang

As the founder and chief designer of Peng Architects, Mr. Chang Peng Chien has 30 years of experience in design and has worked in two world-class architectural design companies, M+W Zander, and Skidmore, Owings, & Merrill (SOM) in Chicago, where he focused primarily on Hi-tech facilities and large city complex projects. Now, his company integrates context, design, and advanced engineering technology to apply innovative and sustainable development strategies effectively, and has won multiple international design awards.

Sophia Ji

SCLS G12 Student