Course contents by using key words:
1.1 Scientific and Cultural analysis of structures
- Traditional materials
- Heating and ventilation systems
- Drainage systems
- Acoustic measures
- Lighting designs
- Fire safety concerns
1.2 Geographical context
- Beijing--Siheyuan, Hutong and Courtyard
- FuJian--Tulou
- Anhui--Residence
- Shanxi--Cave Dwellings
- Shanxi--Doors
- SiChuan--Residence
- Hunan--Stilted building
- Hakka--Group House
1.3 Political impacts
- Architecture and Hierarchy
- Architecture and Numbers
- Architecture and Fengshui
- Voice of Architecture
- Architecture and Colors
Activities:
- In-class debates
- On-site learning
- Intra and inter group learning
- Individual learning