European cities are sometimes true architectural museums. In Asia, in contrast, cities change constantly and every decade the skyline undergoes a metamorphosis. Bialobrzeski (b. 1961) investigated six metropolises in Asian 'tiger states' and emphasises the beauty and the absurdity of their headlong urban development.

Since 1989 Bialobrzeski, based in Hamburg, has been working as a freelance photographer for international periodicals. In his own work since 1999 he has focused primarily on architectural photography. This year he received the first prize in the Art/Stories category of World Press Photo.

More information: Peter Bialobrzeski