What are the characteristics of Huizhou architecture?

The structure is mostly multi-courtyard (the small one is mostly three-courtyard), generally sitting north to south, facing the mountain and facing the water.

The layout is symmetrically divided by the central axis, with three rooms wide, a hall in the middle and rooms on both sides. The front of the hall is called "patio", which has lighting and ventilation, and also has the auspicious meaning of "four waters return to the hall"

The overall appearance and aesthetic feeling of the residential building are very strong. The high walls are closed, and the horse's head is called "martial arts" and the founder is called "literature". The wall lines are patchy, with black tiles and white walls, and the colors are elegant and generous.

In decoration, brick, wood and stone carving techniques are often used, such as the door cover of brick carving, the leaking window of stone carving, the window lattice of wood carving and the pillars of wood carving, which make the whole building beautiful and poetic.

As a traditional architectural school, Huizhou architecture is simple, simple and rich, and still maintains its unique artistic style.

Overview:

Huizhou architecture pays attention to specifications and etiquette, and officials and businessmen are also different. In addition to the magnificent homes of Huizhou merchants, small families also have many elegant and exquisite dwellings.

Huizhou architecture combines the aura of Huizhou landscape with the essence of China customs and culture. It has a unique style, rigorous structure and exquisite carving. Whether it is the concept of town planning, plane and space treatment, or the comprehensive application of architectural sculpture art, it fully embodies the distinctive local characteristics.

Folk houses, ancestral temples and memorial archways are the most typical, and they are known as the three wonders of Huizhou ancient buildings, which are valued and respected by Chinese and foreign architectural circles.