
HKUx: Interpreting Vernacular Architecture in Asia
Discover the value of local peoples' traditional built environments in Asia. Find inspiration in these buildings, and learn how to conserve them for future generations.
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Course Insight
Suitable for beginner learners. This course serves as an entry point into Architecture, building foundational knowledge before moving on to advanced frameworks or specialized paths.
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What You’ll Learn
- what is vernacular architecture.
- how climate and the availability of building materials influence building decisions.
- vernacular architecture in rural and urban settings.
- cultural sustainability and the conservation of the vernacular built environment..
Description
This course is about architecture. But it's not about grand structures such as monuments or royal palaces. Rather, it is about the built environment that the ordinary people live in. Instead of the architectural techniques, we use stories to understand the processes through which people make their building decisions.
We use Asia as the backdrop for the discussion of these topics. Partly because of Asia's rich heritage and diversity, but also due to the unique complexity that the people in the region face as they go through rapid economic, social, and cultural changes.
In this examination of the connection between vernacular buildings and peoples' cultural identities, we will review real-world examples and talk to experts in the field. At the end of this course, you will gain a unique perspective about the everyday environment that you live in - one perhaps that you've never had before. You will begin to understand and appreciate the value of the ordinary built environment around you.
Whether you are an avid architect or you simply just care about the built environment you live in, this course is for you.
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