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The 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.



Table of Contents

Introduction
Case Study
Architecture and Planning
Construction, Decoration, and Others
Epilogue
Excursus

Traditional Suzhou Residences (Centenary Edition)

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      Publisher: Tongji University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 08/11/2022
      ISBN13: 9787560881676, 978-7560881676
      ISBN10: 756088167X

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The 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.



      Table of Contents

      Introduction
      Case Study
      Architecture and Planning
      Construction, Decoration, and Others
      Epilogue
      Excursus

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