The Beauty of Architecture
Survival Wisdom on the Horizon: Standing Firm in Water or Drifting with the Waves
Since ancient times, the development of human civilization has been born by the water, but while rivers nurture civilization, there also exists the threat of floods. Under climate change, the problem of sea-level rise faced by low-lying cities like Tuvalu
The Ecological Compass of "Sitting North, Facing South": The Climate Adaptation Philosophy of Sanheyuan and Siheyuan
"Sitting North, Facing South" has become merely a choice of good or bad fortune in Feng Shui in modern eyes; but under the macro vision of environmental education, this is actually a verification of "Climate Adaptation" spanning thousands of years.
Across Cultures and Time: The Shared Defense Philosophy of Prejmer Church and China's Fujian Tulou
The Prejmer Fortified Church in Romania and the Hakka Tulou in Fujian, China, are two World Heritage Sites that transcend culture and geography, embodying the human spirit of collective living and defense. Prejmer, built by German settlers to withstand in
Exploring Architectural Textures: Four Common Pebble Finishes and the Philosophy of Environmental Coexistence
Following Niche Tours, let's explore how architectural design worldwide cleverly responds to the landscape. This time, we turn our attention to a common architectural texture—the pebble finish techniques.
Covering the Sky for Walkers, Keeping the Rain off Travelers
The Qilou is Taiwan’s most common streetscape feature, offering shade, rain protection, and space for commerce and pedestrians. Originating from South China and found across Southeast Asia, Taiwan uniquely standardized the Qilou during the Japanese coloni
The Art and Wisdom of Mortise and Tenon: The Essence of Traditional Woodworking
Mortise-and-tenon is a traditional Chinese woodworking technique where joints interlock without nails or glue. Known for durability, elegance, and eco-friendliness, it has been used in temples, houses, and Ming furniture. From the Luban Lock to modern des