The Genes of Tulou: A Study on the Preservation and Sustainable Development of Tulou

Sustainability

Shao-Sen Wang¹  Su-Yu Li² 

[1] School of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China;

关键词: Tulou;    genes;    preservation;    sustainable development;    Hakka culture;    earthen buildings;    round houses;    sustainability;   

DOI  :  10.3390/su4123377

来源: mdpi

【 摘 要 】

This paper analyzes the formation of Tulou villages and the characteristics of Tulou buildings. The genes of the Tulou are examined within the unique physical forms and the significant social culture background. The paper is concerned with how to apply the valuable genes in the preservation and sustainable development of Tulou with a special case analysis.

【 授权许可】

CC BY   
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