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OverviewThe design and construction of traditional homes in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, are an important part of Chinese cultural heritage. They illustrate the wisdom of the craftsmen and builders, and reflect the social conditions and economic situation of the period. Through abundant archival illustrations and graphics, this book explores the historical background of Suzhou's traditional residences in detail, and explains their overall style and characteristics through targeted research and analysis. This is a valuable sources of information for those who study the history of architecture, residential buildings, and traditional Chinese culture. Text in English and Chinese. AUTHOR: Chen Congzhou (1918-2000), Professor of Architecture at Tongji University, Shanghai, was the leading Chinese garden historian of his generation, and also a practicing landscape architect involved in the restoration of historic gardens. He served as an advisor to I. M. Pei & Associates and was made an honorary member of the Japanese Garden Society. He is widely referenced and quoted by specialists on Chinese gardens, and is considered one of the most preeminent thinkers and scholars in this field. SELLING POINTS: . The book discusses the historical background of Suzhou traditional residences in detail, and explains the overall style and characteristics of Suzhou traditional houses . This book is suitable for professionals in architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design and for students and teachers in a wide range of professional colleges and universities, as well as for all who love traditional Chinese culture 270 b/w illustrations Full Product DetailsAuthor: Chen CongzhouPublisher: Tongji University Press Imprint: Tongji University Press Weight: 0.587kg ISBN: 9787560881676ISBN 10: 756088167 Pages: 204 Publication Date: 08 November 2022 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsIntroduction Case Study Architecture and Planning Construction, Decoration, and Others Epilogue ExcursusReviewsAuthor InformationChen Congzhou (1918-2000), Professor of Architecture at Tongji University, Shanghai, was the leading Chinese garden historian of his generation, and also a practicing landscape architect involved in the restoration of historic gardens. He served as an advisor to I. M. Pei & Associates and was made an honorary member of the Japanese Garden Society. He is widely referenced and quoted by specialists on Chinese gardens, and is considered one of the most preeminent thinkers and scholars in this field. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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