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The article profiles the MAD Chinese architectural firm founded by Ma Yansong, focusing on its international work and work in China. The firm is based in Beijing, China and includes architect Dang Qun. The article profiles projects by MAD including the China Wood Sculpture Museum in Harbin, China and the Absolute Towers in Mississauga, Canada.

Recommends strategies for architects to enhance their cultural sensitivity in practicing the profession for international clients. Case example of cultural sensitivity's importance to Islamic architecture; Need for architects to consult foreign clients on matters of cultural importance in architectural projects.

The article discusses Chinese architect Ieoh Ming (I.M.) Pei, who won the 1983 Pritzker Prize. The author suggests that Pei is the first non-Western architect to be a global architect and traces Pei's childhood move from China to the U.S. The author focuses on buildings including the renovation of the 1980s Cour Napoléon at the Louvre museum in France, the East Wing of the National Gallery in Washington, D.C., and the 1982 Fragrant Hills Hotel in China.

The article traces the career of Finnish architect Alvar Aalto. Topics addressed include the ageing of Aalto's buildings, his work in Finland and his international work, and his essay "Archittetura e arte concreta," and his collaboration with other architects such as Aino Marsio-Aalto. Buildings discussed include the 1940s Baker House Dormitory, the 1950s Jyväskylä University Campus, and the Villa Mairea.

The article examines the state of architectural practice in the U.S. in its international context. The continuing cultural divide between the U.S. and Europe is a focus of discussion among London, England-based U.S. practice directors. It notes that the ethos of client-oriented service in American architecture is said to be strong.

The article discusses the launch of the AR ("Architectural Review") Global Architecture Graduate Awards for architecture students working on projects related to the globalised future of architectural production.

The article reports that the Japanese architectural exhibition IE=Home won the Silver Pigeon jury prize at the International Architectural Showcase which was held as part of the 2010 London Festival of Architecture in London, England.