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【Abstract】
The purpose of this research paper is to experiment with the concept of an elementary school design in a Chinese classical garden setting of Lin’s garden in Pan Chiao. The two main objectives are as follows:
1. To create an educational environment with a physical surrounding of cultural meaning.
2. To enable the student to appreciate the art and culture of Chinese classical gardens.
Lin’s garden in Pan Chiao is a Chinese classical garden. According to past records, it is a mixture of Linnan style and Western style. The building forms are rich; the colours are vibrating; the proportions are homogenous; and the layout is interrelated. One can see the wallow tail as the roof outline and the terraces as the second level transport. Chinese painting and calligraphy are used as guideline for design as well as decoration.
As far as the site layout is concerned, the walls and covered walkway are a means of dividing space. The rockery and water treatment are arranged according to traditional Chinese principles. The Western touch is mainly on the building form and choice of colour.
Lin’s garden in Pan Chiao is a reflection of Chinese literati, which is also the purpose of education. By placing students in a cultural and artistic surrounding, the sense of humanity and formation of character for the young students will be undoubtedly of high quality.
Key words : Taiwan traditional private garden
garden form
spatial atmosphere
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