Introduction: Beyond the forbidden city; Genesis of Chinese buildings and cities; Architecture of the First Emperor and his predecessors; Han architecture; And age of turmoil: three kingdoms, two jins ...

Representations of architecture on vessels of the Warring States period -- Reconstruction of Northern dynasties buildings based on relief sculpture and murals in cave-temples at Maijishan -- Early ...

Thirty years later, the UIA World Congress of Architects returns to Barcelona. Coinciding with the centenary of Antoni Gaudí’s passing, history ...

A beautiful traditional Chinese building stands peacefully in the middle of one of China’s most fashionable urban districts. The contrast between ancient architecture and modern skyscrapers creates a ...

In July of this year, the new Sanxingdui Museum was officially completed. This large museum, located in the southwestern city of Guanghan, just outside Chengdu, was designed to house the ever-growing ...

Traditional Chinese architectural elements continue to appear in modern commercial developments, creating a distinctive contrast between heritage and contemporary design. Ornate wooden roofs, ...

Courtyards have long been a fundamental aspect of traditional Chinese architecture, serving as central spaces around which domestic life is organized. These spaces play a vital role in creating a ...

Across the Western world, the term “Chinatown” evokes a vivid image. Winding streets lined with red and gold decorations. Food stalls and restaurants with ambiguous yet enticing options, alongside ...