South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, ChinaVernacular architecture; Architectural form; Regionalism
Dr. Tao Jin is an associate professor in the field of urban planning at South China University of Technology.
He has led and participated in a number of important research projects, including: the National Natural Science Foundation Youth Fund: Research on the Morphology and Evolution Mechanism of Traditional Rural Houses in Guangdong Based on Cultural Geography; the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation: Research on the Cultural Geography of Traditional Rural Houses in Meizhou, Guangdong; the 12th Five-Year National Science and Technology Support Program Project: Research and Demonstration on Key Technologies for Improving Infrastructure and Expanding Functional Use of Traditional Villages; the 11th Five-Year National Science and Technology Support Program Project: Research on the Protection Planning Technology of Historical and Cultural Villages; etc.
His main research directions are: protection of traditional villages and houses, old city renewal, protection of historical cultural heritage, and urban design.
Vernacular architecture encompasses the structure and construction by inhabitants within specific natural and social environments, showcasing distinct regional characteristics. Scholars worldwide have extensively researched the morphological features and cultural significance of various vernacular architectural types, resulting in a wealth of accumulated knowledge. In recent years, as our understanding of vernacular architecture deepens and research tools advance, numerous new types of vernacular architecture have been discovered, while existing types have been further refined. This development has presented new opportunities for studying vernacular architecture. This special issue aims to provide a platform for scholars in the field to exchange ideas and explore ways to enhance the sharing of high-quality vernacular architectural cases in light of new concepts and technologies. It also encourages comparative research across different regions, facilitating the continual expansion of the scope and depth of vernacular architecture studies.
An analysis of the spatial morphology of cohesive village in Leizhou Peninsula of western Guangdong Province