Village of Folklore

Author: Vernor D. Swabek | Translator
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: This is a book showcasing exotic garden-style architecture, a heartfelt masterpiece by Vernor D. Swabek, a member of the American Institute of Architects! Most architectural books on the market focus solely on design itself, but this one breaks through that limitation. As its title suggests, it vividly illustrates the activities and processes of design through images and text. In today's era where rural villa construction in China is moving towards high-end development, this book may hold reference value for architects pursuing distinctive designs. This book is a sense of being in a certain process, to this extent, anything is possible. The highest realm is not unattainable. A true folk village has two architects: one exists for the function of the folk village, and the other enjoys the results. Design is a "production" process, in which the "parents" are more like explorers of mysteries yet to be revealed rather than creators of the final outcome. When witnessing the miraculous birth of a newborn, I have shed tears twice, breaking free from the constraints of reality out of reverence. When feeling the birth of a new home, the same tears flowed again. Think about it—just recently, this was merely a dream and a desire. This is a book for enthusiasts: those who love the natural environment, those who love the process of creation, and those who have a appreciation for blending our spirits with the beauty of our surroundings. Children have many "dream books." Before the adult world imposes reality, it is often easier to embrace imagination and reverence. This is a dream book written for adults. This book celebrates the unspoken emotions that guide us toward a more beautiful reality.