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.

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.