Understanding the methods and mindsets driving community-led development in China
Communities: Beijing / Henan / Hong Kong / Hunan / Fujian, China
Partners: SZOIL and Future+
The work explores exemplary built projects across the country, from Beijing to central Henan province to Hong Kong. In-depth field research results in a series of rich photocollages which offer a new perspective, beyond the buildings. Click on the images below to learn more.
Various sites across China
“I don’t need lots of money. I want to help improve lives in rural villages. I want to protect the old buildings for future generations.”
[ 4 ] Xihe Village Cooperative
Xingyang, Henan province
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[ 3 ] Cha'er Hutong Children's Library & Art Centre
Dashilar, Beijing
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[ 7 ] Inside Dragon Taoshu Tulou
Yunxiao, Fujian province
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[ 6 ] Fairy Water Village Community Centre
ChenZhou, Fujian province
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[ 5 ] Angdong Health Centre & concrete testing
Baojing, Hunan province
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“History is my hobby. It gives me peace... in my soul.”
The work was exhibited throughout the urban village of Nantou during the Shenzhen Biennale of Urbanism\Architecture (UABB).
Visitors were encouraged to break free from the main UABB exhibition venue and explore the neighbourhood to discover interactive project postcards.
Article: Human-centred design
Article: British Council
The work was made possible with generous support from the British Council, and in collaboration with architect Philippa Battye
