Beijing-flavored New Garden

Author: Chen Xiuzhong, Liang Zhenqiang, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: In 2002, the Beijing Municipal Government, adhering to the theme of integrating the spiritual essence of the ancient capital with modern ambiance, promoted a series of impressive urban landscape projects in harmony with the principle of protection and construction. These Beijing urban landscapes exude the fragrance of nature's flora and fauna while embodying a human-centric modern touch, and carry the charm of Beijing's imperial gardens—Jing-style gardens. These regional and traditional gardens, enhanced by modern technology, are hence termed "New Jing-style Gardens." This book introduces these outstanding landscape works to the public, hoping to share their unique charm together.
Entering the new century, material civilization has achieved high development, bringing about fiercer survival competition. The phenomenon of psychological fatigue has led people to yearn for wilderness and nature. Landscape gardening, as humanity's "second nature," is becoming increasingly enchanting, magical, and vibrant, becoming an indispensable part of urban residents' civilized lifestyles. "It is a psychological experience induced by high civilization, as well as a symbol of humanity's ability to achieve highly civilized psychological self-regulation." Traditional Chinese gardens are deeply rooted in a love for wilderness and a longing for nature. In the context of modern fashion, how can this essence be inherited and developed? Beijing's landscape construction workers have strived in this direction, creating urban landscapes that cater to the physical and mental pursuit of Beijing residents while inheriting the style of Ming and Qing imperial gardens. Their unique design style is undoubtedly worth for landscape workers nationwide.
During the compilation of this book, special thanks are extended to Mr. Chen Junyu, a distinguished academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, for penning the preface, and to Teacher Wang Qi of Beijing Landscape School for their support and assistance.