Having been based in Ho Chi Minh City for several years I’ve taken a deep interest in matters of urban development. It’s a fascinating time to be here, to see a city undergo such a transformation. As part of my business, I also get to travel throughout the year to other big cities of Asia. […]
Urban Planning
Lost heritage buildings of old Saigon
An archive of buildings and streetscapes of old Saigon that have since been demolished. Saigon has been developing at a rapid pace with construction projects dotting the skyline, and more planned in the coming years. While modern buildings are welcome and overdue, some of these projects are being built at the cost of heritage buildings. […]
Endangered heritage buildings of old Saigon
Heritage buildings in Saigon have been knocked down at an alarming rate, so this page will be noting buildings that are in most in trouble. It is the hope that these buildings don’t end up on the list of lost heritage of old Saigon. This page is a work in progress that will be continually […]
