在探寻既现代又独具中国特色的风格时，可以保留、模仿或是忽略传统的建筑模式。在过去的100年中，新技术已改变了建筑的种种可能性。改进了的电梯使建筑师可以设计真正的摩天大楼，同时空调的发展已使得大型综合性建筑得以兴建。
In the search for a style mixing both modern and Chinese characteristics, traditional architecture can be reserved, imitated or neglected. In the past 100 years, new technology has changed the possibilities of architecture. Architects can design real skyscrapers with the appearance of improved elevators, while the development of air conditioning has enabled the construction of large comprehensive buildings.