"Live in the human world: Chinese residential architecture"

Author: Wang Qijun (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: Folk houses are a unique representation of ancient Chinese architecture. Compared to other types of ancient buildings, they carry more information related to ordinary people. The Jiajiao Lou in Western Hunan, the Weizhou in Southern Jiangxi, and the Tulou in Fujian are architectural styles of different regions and ethnic groups, each conveying distinct customs and telling the stories of different communities. Appreciating folk houses is also appreciating the diverse ethnic cultures and the history of the people's livelihood in China. Chinese Folk Houses is meticulously compiled by Professor Wang Qijun from the School of Architecture at the Central Academy of Fine Arts. The book selects distinctive folk house examples from across the country, representing different regions, cultures, and ethnic groups. Each example is unique and rich in content, offering you a glimpse into the diverse architectural culture and rustic customs of China.