世博会美国馆简介（英文）

USA Pavilion at 2010 Shanghai World Expo

Covering an exhibition space of over 60,000 square feet, the USA Pavilion will be one of the largest at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai, China. The Pavilion, which broke ground in July 2009, is scheduled for completion in time for the opening of the Expo on May 1. Its total budget is US$61 million and this sum includes all construction, staffing, operation, show presentations, and post-Expo building demolition and material removal costs. It is expected to be one of the most visited pavilions and will showcase a wide spectrum of events as well as a dynamic show.

- PAVILION THEME -

The USA Pavilion theme is “Rising to the Challenge”. It tells the story of the American spirit of perseverance, innovation, and community-building in a multi-dimensional, hi-tech presentation. The Pavilion presents the U.S. as a place of opportunity and diversity where people come together to change their communities for the better.

- PAVILION DESIGN -

In line with the Expo theme of “Better City, Better Life,” this smart urban structure was designed by Clive Grout, an architect with World Expo experience. The architectural design of the US Pavilion also reflects the underlying theme of the USA Pavilion where guests will be given a glimpse of an American city of the future celebrating the success of “Rising to the Challenges” by providing clean energy, green spaces, clean water and rooftop gardens. In addition, state of the art technical features are implemented to ensure energy efficiency while highlighting the sustainability message of the Expo.

Thematically, the bold and simple shape of the USA Pavilion shadows that of an eagle with open wings, a creature that is uninhibited by boundaries. It also serves as the national emblem for America, a country that offers limitless opportunities. Beyond the expression of opportunity, the eagle has been designed with its wings open as a gesture to welcome guests into the Pavilion.