Fields of Being: Traditions of Architecture in Yunnan, China

The book showcases the majestic and rustic beauty of Yunnan's natural landscapes, ethnic settlements, and diverse architectural styles. Complemented by drawings, photographs, and historical imagery, it offers both aesthetic appreciation and scholarly reference value. Text in English and Mandarin.

This book reveals the wild, intimate beauty of Yunnan through striking photographs, drawings, and archival images, tracing how vernacular architecture and settlement patterns emerge from local ecology, materials, and ethnic traditions. Combining visual richness with scholarly insight, it re-examines overlooked cultural potentials and the sustainable, place-based wisdom embedded in Yunnan’s homes and villages. Perfect for architects, cultural researchers, travelers, and anyone drawn to living landscapes and regional identity.

Text in English and Mandarin.