Modernized Traditional Temple

This thesis design explores the integration of traditional temple architecture with modern design principles. The study focuses on reinterpreting and modernizing traditional elements using contemporary materials and building techniques, while still preserving traditional religious culture and elements. The research commences with the analysis of traditional temple architecture, encompassing aspects such as spatial layout, key elements, and architectural techniques. It then delves into various methods of integrating these traditional features with modern elements. The design shows how traditional temple architecture can be modernized to fit today's urban environments. By blending time-tested designs with contemporary innovations, can create spaces that honor the past while serving the present and future.

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Architecture

Level thesis:degree_level

masters

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Architecture

Department dc:contributor.department

Architecture

Grantor dc:publisher

Virginia Tech

Year dc:date.issued

2024

Author dc:creator

• Zhang, Jitong

Chair dc:contributor.committeechair

• Pennell, Benjamin Nelson

Committee members dc:contributor.committeemember

• Zellner Bassett, Paola A.
• Washco, Kristin Nicole

• Chinese Traditional Temple
• Temple elements
• Modernize

Statement dc:rights

• In Copyright

Licence dc:rights.uri

• http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/

Language dc:language.iso

en

Dc Identifier Other

vt_gsexam:40858

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:vtechworks.lib.vt.edu:10919/119238