Five Patios

Academic Work, Ningnan Art Museum

Site: Shunde, China

Date: 03/2014- 06/2014

Professor: Liu Xuhong, Hai Jia, Wang Ping

Individual Work

Every Patio Tells the Story of Canton

Tropical and subtropical climates distinguish this region: abundant rainfall and sunshine, with no winter or snow, enable the local residents to develop the “Canton Style” of architecture and residence. With tall walls and site plans adjusted to wind direction, the patios in the Canton region can always throw shadows and protect them from the summer heat.

Tradionally, patio was an comfortable place for residents to spend their spare time. Today, it play an essential role in mordem buildings. As far as functions are concerned, patio can bring catchment, aeration, lighting, fire fighting and beautification, which is a best means of accomodating nature and putting sustaninable development of structures in practice.

Architectural floor plan of a circular building with surrounding outdoor landscaping, including trees and pathways.
Black and white photo of an ornate wooden staircase inside an antique building, featuring detailed carvings and decorative railings.
A modern outdoor courtyard with a sandy surface, three small trees in curved planters, and a large wooden shelter with a curved roof. Four children are playing, sitting in a circle, with one child walking nearby.

The idea of the primary school is to create a climate that is suitable, enjoyable, and closely connected to nature space. Situated in Gurinnhol, a village in southern Senegal, the design carefully considers local resources and climate. 

Architectural drawing showing a building with a sloped roof, trees, and people inside and outside, with measurements and ventilation system details.
Children carrying water and walking outside a modern building during rain, with some using umbrellas, and trees in the background.
Disassembled white plastic architectural model with three layers stacked vertically, shown on a gray background.
Architectural diagram of a bamboo structure with detailed parts labeled. Includes bamboo ridge, straw roofing, waterproofing bamboo weaving, bamboo rafters, beams, tie beams, columns, concrete foundation, and earth wall. A person stands nearby for scale.
Architectural model showing a cross-section of a bamboo structure with labeled components, including bamboo roof, beams, columns, and an earth wall, against a gray background.