Lob of Environmental system research

M1 Jin Shengzhe

10/7/2013

Outline

Historic preservations influenced by local culture and communities in Shanghai

Shanghai heritage under threat

Urban development and historic heritage protection in shanghai

Zhu Jiajiao

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It is well-documented that the presence of tourism activity has implications for the host community. As revealed in the resident survey, Zhu Jiajiao is no exception. Findings from this investigation draw attention to three basic types of impacts: economic, environmental, and social.

Tourism Impacts as Perceived by Survey Respondents (%)

Tianzifang

A manWu Meisen, a businessman, was impressed by Western artists' practice of renovating former factories into art zones. In 1998, the Luwan District government began to renovate the small food machinery factories in the 1970s. This was an opportunity for Wu to realize his dream. He immediately drew up a long-term tenancy contract with the parent company of the old factories.

Proliferation of non residential uses into Shikumen Linong housing

area

The bund

Although China already has a large number of World Heritage sites, many people are still opposing the idea of the Bund becoming a world heritage site. Many residents view it as a symbol of colonialism and some even say it's an insult to national pride. This is because the structures were built after the city was forcibly opened to trade, because of China’s defeat in the Opium War.

The Criteria for Selection

Ever-Spring HallWhat The other Yu GardenThreat Abandonment, vandalismThe history Built in 1559, this was one of the most spectacular Ming dynasty gardens in Old Town. Ever-Spring Hall is not only older, but architecturally more important. It became Shanghai’s first Catholic church before being stripped bare and sold.

Now Despite being officially protected by the Huangpu district government, the building remains sorely neglected. Hidden behind the wall and off limits to the public, the hall is now watched over by stray cats and a sleepy security guard.

Marine Merchants’ Guildhall

What The city’s last remaining guildhallThreat Attrition, damage by superficial renovationThe history Dockside guildhalls were built by immigrant traders, who comprised half the population of Shanghai. This guildhall, built by Fujian boat owners in 1715, is tragically the only one remaining.Now If you sneak in past the guard you’ll see the original wooden carvings, gilded eaves and golden decorations in their natural setting.

Nie’s Garden

What A nongtang with a rich historyThreat DemolitionThe history This compound, containing six houses and a large garden with brooks and pavilions, was built in the 1920s and owned by the Nie family, a late Qing dynasty official. The estate itself was combined traditional Shanghai shikumen and Western architectural styles.Now Rumor has it that the Yangpu district urban planning department are set to turn this area into a ‘commercial district’.

The Secluded LibraryWhat Shanghai’s oldest houseThreat NeglectThe history These extravagant gardens were built in 1763 for the Lu family, who is one of the most prominent scholars in the Qing dynasty. He built a walled library where after his retirement he lived like a hermit, giving the compound its name.

Now Madame Guo, 90, and her daughter Yuwen, 59, still live in a small space in the centre of the complex surrounded by the crumbling rooms of their once-magnificent estate.

Historic Housing in Shanghai-Lilongs

The master plan of a new-style shikumen lilong block.

Old-style shikumen lilong block, Hongqingli, Shanghai.

The green lines are alleys which can lead to the outside roads.

The section of old-style shikumen lilong housing

Preservation and Reuse of Industrial Heritage in Shanghai

During the 1990s, small and medium-sized industrial enterprises had to reduce or wind down their manufacturing operations in urban districts. These buildings were first rented out by factories to collect income. Many were converted to furniture centers, home improvement stores or restaurants. They became the first example of commercial reuse of industrial heritage buildings.

“Historic Shanghai and other local groups really raised the level of

awareness. People now know that better restoration means better

value.”

Thank you for your attention!