Practical Encyclopedia of Residential Area and Housing Planning and Design

Author: Huo Xiaowei
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Publish Date: 1999-11-01
Features: This four-volume set is compiled by experts and scholars from Tsinghua University, reflecting new planning concepts and providing numerous case studies and a wealth of color illustrations.
To enhance the quality of residential area planning and residential design, and to offer comprehensive reference guidance for real estate developers and designers from decision-making to technical implementation, this Comprehensive Practical Guide to Residential Area and Housing Design Planning was jointly authored by a editorial board composed of experts, scholars, and designers from Tsinghua University’s School of Architecture and Civil Engineering, as well as professionals with extensive practical experience.
The upper part of the book primarily introduces planning theories and case reviews in various aspects of residential areas, including spatial layout, residential clusters, road traffic, greening, and public buildings. The lower part elaborates on theories of various housing designs, along with case reviews of well-off residential homes, multi-story residences, high-rise residences, and villas.
This book showcases demonstration, guidance, and forward-thinking qualities, emphasizing the theme of "human-centered design," environmental awareness, and reflecting the new level of residential construction in China. It serves as an exceptionally practical reference tool for real estate developers and designers engaged in the planning and design of new residential areas and housing. The book offers a variety of classic schemes and designs, along with abundant color illustrations, embodying new planning concepts and holding significant reference value.