Architectural Art in Wuyuan: Cultural Identity and Re-invention of Tradition in the Context of New Rural Construction in China

Hu Yu
Wuthipong Roadkasamsri

Abstract

This qualitative research study explores the cultural identity and artistic creation of traditional architecture in the Wuyuan area within the context of China's new rural construction. The research focuses on the reinvention of tradition and its impact on Wuyuan's architectural art, highlighting the conflict and change between traditional culture and modernization. By maintaining the traditional look, Wuyuan's architectural art has become representative of China's rural landscape, embodying rich historical and cultural heritage. The study aims to provide insights on ways to inherit cultural identity in a balanced and sustainable manner under the principle of reinvention of tradition. Through an analysis of architectural art in Wuyuan, the research emphasizes the importance of traditional creations in the context of new rural construction, offering value to all involved parties. The findings of the study contribute to a better understanding of the preservation and innovation of traditional architectural styles, providing theoretical references for rural development policies in the context of China's new rural construction.

How to Cite

Hu Yu, & Wuthipong Roadkasamsri. (2024). Architectural Art in Wuyuan: Cultural Identity and Re-invention of Tradition in the Context of New Rural Construction in China . EVOLUTIONARY STUDIES IN IMAGINATIVE CULTURE, 777–790. https://doi.org/10.70082/esiculture.vi.730