Through clear explanations and vivid and humorous language, this book explains the courtyard layout of the courtyard and the scattered decorative structures inside and outside the courtyard, allowing you to appreciate the courtyard culture full of Beijing flavor. This book includes five parts: an overview of the courtyard, the outside of the gate, the main body of the gate, the courtyard, and the inside and outside of the house. From the overall design to detailed decoration, it comprehensively interprets the history, culture, and architecture of the courtyard, allowing readers to appreciate the unique charm and rich historical and cultural connotation of the courtyard.
Reader comments
The author introduced the various structures and decorations of the courtyard in easy-to-understand language, which gave me a deeper understanding of the courtyard. Moreover, the content in the book not only introduces the specific functions, but also explains the abstract functions, which made me feel the unique charm of the courtyard culture. As the author said, lifestyles have changed, and many things have changed with it, but we can still see traces of history from these "bits and pieces". I recommend you to read it and feel the charm of old Beijing!
I have a general understanding of the courtyard houses in Beijing.
I like it very much and know a lot about Siheyuan.
The author introduced the various structures and decorations of the courtyard in easy-to-understand language, which gave me a deeper understanding of the courtyard. Moreover, the content in the book not only introduces the specific functions, but also explains the abstract functions, which made me feel the unique charm of the courtyard culture. As the author said, lifestyles have changed, and many things have changed with it, but we can still see traces of history from these "bits and pieces". I recommend you to read it and feel the charm of old Beijing!
I have a general understanding of the courtyard houses in Beijing.
I like it very much and know a lot about Siheyuan.