Architecture Asia Special Issue - ARCASIA Awards for Architecture 2020

JURY CITATION
After seeing so many so-called "Rural Revitalization" project, it is very impressed to see such
a humble and low-profile project that truly aims to serve the locals. As rural revitalization becomes
a new trend in architectural or rural design, it always centers on commercialization and
simply bringing tourism to the rural village. However, only a few examples went successful,
while others may become empty showcases with no actual daily function. This is what makes
the design of Dacang Village special. Instead of building luxury or so-called modern attractions
for tourists, the architect decided to really build something for the village. The bridge reconnects
the ancient walkway into the village. The school actually provides an educational space
for kids. The use of local materials and traditional construction technics to build new forms
with local identity is very touching, which also reduced the budget and maintained the texture
of the village.
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