Civilian Housing (Illustrated Series of Ancient Chinese Architecture)

Author: Wang Qijun, Tan Yi Ping
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: This is a series of architectural knowledge books that cater to both the elite and the general public, serving as a reference tool. The author analyzes the history, development, structure, details, customs, feng shui, and decoration of traditional Chinese architecture from a comprehensive and innovative perspective. The book vividly introduces Chinese vernacular residences with colorful illustrations and photographs. Target Audience: Architects, architectural workers.
The rich cultural connotations of traditional residences are the result of our ancestors' wisdom accumulated over generations during the agrarian era. These cultural expressions were brought to their peak by the people. In Chinese imperial architecture, painting was commonly used on wooden structures, while wood carvings were employed in only a few buildings. However, in vernacular residences, wood carvings are not only ubiquitous but also feature extremely intricate brick and stone carvings. The themes of wood carvings in vernacular residences are diverse, encompassing figures, landscapes, and flowers and birds. Places like Dongyang, Anhui, and Yi County are renowned for their exquisitely carved vernacular residences.