Papers by Author: Ying Song

Abstract: Field survey provides data for further research and is a key link in research on traditional settlements and other architectural heritage. However, due to the complexity of the landform, layout, orientation of buildings, forms and structures of traditional settlements, mapping and other fieldwork may take much time and efforts and are very difficult. Besides, satellite remote sensing data are few. Therefore it is necessary to introduce some advanced equipment and technology for spatial information acquisition. Through years of experiments with aerial and ground-based equipments, the author finds that small unmanned helicopter, with its multi-functional spatial information acquisition capacity, is the best choice for the research of traditional settlements and other related fields.

Abstract: The Mou Estate in Qixia City, Shandong Province is listed as an important heritage site under state protection. In view of its cluttered environment and dilapidated buildings, the renovation plan puts forward three protection strategies: preserving traditional mode of production and way of life, protecting the village's overall environment and utilizing local building materials for renovation, with old materials particularly preferred. Thus mass demolition and total reconstruction can be avoided. Historical development, spatial makeup, mode of production and way of life can be preserved and heritage protection and cultural tourism can be achieved at the same time.

Abstract: The general practice of town renovation is to pull down old houses and build new ones. However, demolition wastes can be used again. With the support of party A, the Mou Estate designed by the author serves as a good example of old village transformed by utilizing old materials. With old materials particularly preferred, mass demolition and total reconstruction can be avoided, and heritage protection and cultural tourism can be achieved at the same time.