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The Charm of Modernity: Xiu Zelan and Her Era

The Charm of Modernity: Xiu Zelan and Her Era

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Taiwan’s first female architect Xiu Zelan──
An architectural pioneer ahead of his time
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
Xiu Zelan is one of the important post-war architects in Taiwan. His works are highly expressive and sculptural. The types of design works are diverse, including schools, churches, train stations, etc. The most popular representatives are Yangmingshan Zhongshan Building, Garden New Town and Wei Dao Middle School Chapel.

Zhongshan Tower attracted attention as a "palace-style building" favored by those in power. It was highly recognized by Chiang Kai-shek and his wife, but it was also labeled as a conservative and "Queen Architect". The Garden City she developed in Wulai District is the first hillside residential community in Taiwan that demands good quality and service functions. It is very forward-looking and an indicator of the times. The large number of campus buildings he has undertaken during his professional career are indelible records of his architectural practice. Jingmei Middle School, Changhua Normal College, Taichung Normal College, Kaohsiung Normal College, Yangming High School, Huwei Girls' High School, Lanyang Girls' High School, Zhongshan Girls' High School Auditorium, Kaohsiung Girls' High School Library, Taipei Girls' Normal College... have become the post-war As Taiwan moves towards modernization, it plays an important role in creating the landscape and appearance of primary and secondary school campuses.

This book is based on documents, pictures and interviews. Architectural scholar Yin Baoning spent more than ten years writing it. It interprets the expression, architectural style and meaning of Xiu Zelan's architectural practice from his personal life history, and attempts to use male architecture as a In the professional field of architecture where architects have a dominant position, we look for the figures and works of female architects, re-examine the historical perspective, and reconstruct the historical and contemporary significance of their works. At the same time, we propose reflections on the impoverished discourse on the modernization of contemporary architecture in Taiwan. .

The precious asset Xiu Zelan left for Taiwan is a gift. It also allows us to pursue the dream of modernization, review the development process of Taiwan's overall architecture since the war, and think about what we are in the evolution of architectural culture. who is it.

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