Studio 5
Reconstruction and Restoration of Huangchengtai Gate
Qinghua Guo
Studio Description
Huangchengtai Gate was a passageway for the citadel of Shimao in Shaanxi province, China. Built during the Longshan period (c. 2000 BC), Shimao was an important regional centre, but declined to ruins by the end of the period. The site has been excavated since 2011 by Shaanxi Archaeological Institute. This project is to restore the gate as a part of the archaeological heritage site.
Studio Outcomes
- To conserve the original design, planning and construction technique of the gate;
- To return the gate from the poor current condition to its previous state by restoring form and size. But, new work must be distinguishable from the old – the restored structures must be recognized as products of their own time. This studio is suitable for students who are interested in history of built environment, conservation of historic buildings and preservation of traditional knowledge, methods and techniques.
Studio Leaders
Qinghua Guo is Professor in Asian Architecture & Planning, Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning, the University of Melbourne
ST1/05 Mondays 15:15-18:15 in MSD Room 213
ST2/05 Thursdays 15:15-18:15 in MSD Room 213