Journal of Architectural Research and Development

Translation Pathways and Public Perception Evaluation of Regional Culture in Landscape Architectural Spaces

Lihan Wang — 2026-08-06

Against the background of urban renewal, improvements in public-space quality, and the integration of culture and tourism, regional culture remains an important resource for local vitality, urban memory, and public identity in landscape architecture. In practice, however, cultural symbols are often collected unsystematically, spatial experiences remain superficial, public participation is limited, and assessment mechanisms are absent. Taking local culture as the main research thread, this study draws on recent research on public perceptions of urban parks, cultural landscape assessment, historic-district perception, and place identity. It evaluates translated content in terms of the natural environment, history, folk customs, architectural form, materials and colors, and behavioral scenes, and proposes a “cultural identification-element extraction-spatial transformation-experience creation-public evaluation-feedback optimization” pathway. The framework is further assessed through six dimensions: cultural recognition, spatial experience, aesthetic satisfaction, functional applicability, emotional identification, and management sustainability. The study argues that regional culture should move beyond symbolic replication toward integrated expression through spatial structure, material texture, behavioral settings, and multi-sensory experience. Public perception evaluation can verify the effectiveness of cultural expression and provide a basis for continuous renewal in landscape architecture.

Analysis of the Impact of Key Points in Quality Inspection and Control of Incoming Raw Materials on the Molding Quality of Cement Concrete Pavement Construction

Shili Zhang — 2026-08-06

Based on the fundamental background of a cement concrete pavement construction project for a highway engineering endeavor, this paper delves into the impact of key points in quality control for incoming raw materials on the molding quality of the pavement during construction. It encompasses the effects of incoming inspections on cement, aggregates, admixtures, and mineral admixtures on the subsequent molding quality of the pavement. Additionally, targeted optimization suggestions are proposed based on various impacts. The aim is to provide valuable references for controlling the quality of raw materials and the molding effects of pavements in similar future projects.

Clan-Cultural Influences on Spatial Organization in Lingnan Traditional Villages: A Case Study of Chengyanggang, Chaoshan

Ziyue Jiang — 2026-08-06

In traditional Lingnan villages, ancestral halls commonly serve as spatial centers, with residences and streets organized around clan relationships. However, the mechanisms underlying this spatial configuration remain insufficiently explained. Taking Chengyanggang Village as a case study, this paper investigates the relationship between clan culture and village space through literature review, field investigation, semi‑structured interviews, and spatial hierarchy analysis. The study examines ancestral halls, street networks, residential clusters, and domestic spaces at multiple scales. The findings indicate that the village’s spatial structure was shaped not only by environmental conditions and construction techniques but also by the long‑term influence of the clan system. Specifically, clan hierarchy and kinship ties informed residential distribution; ancestral halls functioned as centers of public activity; and the proliferation of clan branches drove village expansion along existing street networks. This paper demonstrates how clan relationships and everyday practices jointly shaped the spatial organization of Lingnan traditional villages, contributing a culturally grounded perspective to the understanding of settlement morphology in the region.

Integration Practice of BIM and AI-Guided Learning in Mountain Architecture Teaching under the Background of Intelligent Construction

Yajuan Liu — 2026-08-06

To further enhance the quality of mountain architecture teaching, strengthen talent cultivation, and precisely meet the demand for new architectural talents driven by the development of intelligent construction, this paper explores the integration of BIM and AI-guided learning in mountain architecture teaching. It first analyzes and interprets the value of integrating BIM and AI-guided learning in mountain architecture teaching, then examines the supporting system for their integration in mountain teaching, and finally proposes practical strategies to address current issues in integrated teaching. These strategies include optimizing teaching platform functionalities, innovating teaching resource provision, improving teaching evaluation systems, and deepening school-enterprise collaboration, thereby effectively promoting deep integration of BIM and AI-guided learning in mountain architecture teaching and providing solid support for talent cultivation in mountain architecture under the context of intelligent construction.

Research on the Integration Path of BIM and AI under the Intelligent Management Model at Construction Sites

Huiming Qin — 2026-08-06

Currently, the construction industry has largely transitioned to an intelligent management model at construction sites. Among these, the applications of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies are the most prevalent in intelligent management. The integration of these two technologies can effectively address the challenges of traditional extensive construction management and enhance the efficiency of construction site management. This article first interprets the architectural design for the integration of BIM and AI technologies under intelligent management, clarifying the mechanisms of their integration. It then focuses on analyzing the core issues in the integration of BIM and AI at construction sites and proposes innovative optimization paths for the integration of these dual technologies, guided by problem-solving, to provide references for optimizing construction site management.

Local Development Models of Urban Villages in Xihu District, Hangzhou, from the Perspective of Planetary Urbanization: An Empirical Interpretation Based on the Three-Dimensional Framework of Spatial Configuration, Everyday Life, and Territorial Regulation

Kening Chen — 2026-08-06

Since the beginning of the 21st century, the theory of planetary urbanization that Neil Brenner of Harvard University and Andy Merrifield have developed has provided a way to study global urbanization with different epistemologies. No longer does it need to be restricted by the old urban-rural divide, so now this theory believes that cities and villages are all connected areas experiencing social and spatial changes without any fixed borders. This idea is very applicable to our country now; there are fewer barriers between cities and the countryside, and capital is spreading outwards. Urban villages have been called the ‘cancer’ of urbanization for a long time. In terms of planetary urbanization, they may be regarded as a local path of urbanization initiated by the rural population. They have served to support the country’s rapid urbanization, maintain social order, promote opening-up and reform, and deepen China’s integration with the world. Based on the redevelopment of urban villages in Xihu District, Hangzhou, this paper will present Brenner’s system of three-dimensional analysis of space, daily life and territorial regulation. Organize the Spatial Differences of the three types of urban villages in Xihu District and study the internal logic of the three differentiated redevelopment paths: demolition and reconstruction in Fangjiafan and Hengqiao; comprehensive improvement combined with the introduction of a financial-services cluster in Baishaquan; and the ongoing 2025 redevelopment of Shuangpu. Based on the above results, although Western planetary urbanization aims to build a “city without an outside” by eliminating the division between cities and the countryside, the local restructuring of Chinese urban villages should be considered in light of Brenner’s system, and the three basic institutional factors in China—collective ownership of land, central-local decentralization, and the agency of rural residents—must be taken into account. Therefore, there will be a change from exclusionary redevelopment to the ‘Inclusive Urban Village Redevelopment 4.0’ proposed by Professor Ye Yumin. A people-oriented way of arranging physical Space should be taken to integrate the daily life of the people and carry out multi-scale innovations in territorial regulation based on relational and network thinking. Only then will the urban-village areas be transformed and regenerated into high-quality ones. Research has promoted the application of planetary urbanization theory in China and provided practical support for the planning of cities and towns and other links.

Spatial Distribution Patterns of Traditional Villages and Their Influencing Factors in the Southeastern Shanxi Region

Wenjie Yu — 2026-08-06

The study of the overall spatial distribution of traditional villages is of great significance for a comprehensive understanding of traditional villages from the perspectives of nature, economy, society, and culture. Taking the top six batches of national level traditional villages in Southeastern Shanxi as the research object, this study quantitatively investigates the factors affecting the spatial distribution of traditional villages using methods such as nearest neighbor index, Moran index, and quantitative geography. The study explores the factors such as terrain, watershed, and transportation that affect the spatial distribution of traditional villages. The results show that: 1) the overall distribution of traditional villages in Southeastern Shanxi presents a clustered geographical spatial feature, with a distribution pattern of “dual cores and one belt”. 2) The spatial distribution of traditional villages is the result of the combined effects of terrain, water systems, economic development level, transportation network, and other factors. The natural environment is the basic factor affecting distribution, while cultural economy is the internal driving force for village development. Based on the above results analysis, it is necessary to actively explore a cluster based protection framework for the current situation of traditional village protection in Southeastern Shanxi. According to the different degrees of impact of each element on traditional villages, the connection and role between each element should be strengthened as a reference for formulating differentiated policies.

Evolution Characteristics of Stress Fields in Layered Surrounding Rockmass of Tunnels

Feng Li — 2026-08-06

Layered rock masses exhibit pronounced mechanical anisotropy, and bedding discontinuities can substantially alter excavation-induced stress redistribution and concentration around a tunnel, thereby increasing the likelihood of instability. In this study, a three-dimensional discrete-element numerical simulation platform was employed to investigate a tunnel excavated in layered rock with bedding dip angles of 0°, 30°, 60°, and 90°. The distributions and evolution of the vertical and horizontal stresses were examined for the four configurations. The results indicate that tunnel excavation causes marked redistribution of both the vertical and horizontal stress components. The disturbance is concentrated in the near-field region and gradually diminishes with increasing distance from the opening. Vertical compressive stress is primarily concentrated near the crown and invert, whereas horizontal compressive stress is mainly localized along the sidewalls and extends toward the arch shoulders and feet. Approximately symmetric stress patterns are obtained for bedding dip angles of 0° and 90°. By contrast, at 30° and 60°, the stress-concentration zones migrate along the bedding direction, producing a distinct asymmetry between the two sides of the tunnel. These findings provide a theoretical basis for stability assessment and support optimization in tunnels constructed in layered rock masses.