Jiangshan Bookhouse

JIANGSHAN BOOKHOUSE, CHINA

The project is the renovation of an old, abandoned house in Jiangshan Fishing Village, Gaochun, Nanjing. The architects maintained the original appearance and structure of the house while updating its internal functions and spaces while minimising environmental impact by reducing the use of virgin materials. A newly inserted bookcase with a patio and a glass tea pavilion facing the courtyard connects the interior with the exterior, filling the once dim and aged house with sunlight and nature. After the renovation, the building emphasises the importance of cultural preservation and has become the main public activity space in the village. At the same time, the community has become more vibrant and connected, providing residents with increased social infrastructure, supporting well-being. 

Produced by Southeast University as part of the ARCH4FUTURE project.
Co-funded by the Finnish National Agency for Education.