1. Lob of Environmental system research
M1 Jin Shengzhe
10/7/2013

2. Outline
 Historic preservations influenced by local culture and
communities in Shanghai
 Shanghai heritage under threat
 Urban development and historic heritage protection in
shanghai

3. Zhu Jiajiao
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4. It is well-documented that the presence of tourism activity has implications for the host community.
As revealed in the resident survey, Zhu Jiajiao is no exception. Findings from this investigation draw
attention to three basic types of impacts: economic, environmental, and social.
Tourism Impacts as Perceived by Survey Respondents (%)

5. Tianzifang

6. A man
Wu Meisen, a businessman, was impressed by Western artists'
practice of renovating former factories into art zones. In 1998,
the Luwan District government began to renovate the small food
machinery factories in the 1970s. This was an opportunity for Wu
to realize his dream. He immediately drew up a long-term
tenancy contract with the parent company of the old factories.
Proliferation of non residential uses into Shikumen Linong housing
area

7. The bund

8. Although China already has a large number of World Heritage sites, many people are still opposing
the idea of the Bund becoming a world heritage site. Many residents view it as a symbol of
colonialism and some even say it's an insult to national pride. This is because the structures were
built after the city was forcibly opened to trade, because of China’s defeat in the Opium War.
The Criteria for Selection

9. Ever-Spring Hall
What The other Yu
Garden
Threat Abandonment,
vandalism
The history Built in
1559, this was one of the
most spectacular Ming
dynasty gardens in Old
Town. Ever-Spring Hall
is not only older, but
architecturally more
important. It became
Shanghai’s first Catholic
church before being
stripped bare and sold.
Now Despite being officially protected by the Huangpu
district government, the building remains sorely
neglected. Hidden behind the wall and off limits to the
public, the hall is now watched over by stray cats and a
sleepy security guard.

10. Marine Merchants’
Guildhall
What The city’s last remaining guildhall
Threat Attrition, damage by superficial renovation
The history Dockside guildhalls were built by immigrant traders, who comprised half the population
of Shanghai. This guildhall, built by Fujian boat owners in 1715, is tragically the only one remaining.
Now If you sneak in past the guard you’ll see the original wooden carvings, gilded eaves and golden
decorations in their natural setting.

11. Nie’s Garden
What A nongtang with a rich history
Threat Demolition
The history This compound, containing six houses and a large garden with brooks and pavilions,
was built in the 1920s and owned by the Nie family, a late Qing dynasty official. The estate itself was
combined traditional Shanghai shikumen and Western architectural styles.
Now Rumor has it that the Yangpu district urban planning department are set to turn this area into a
‘commercial district’.

12. The Secluded Library
What Shanghai’s oldest house
Threat Neglect
The history These extravagant gardens were built in 1763
for the Lu family, who is one of the most prominent
scholars in the Qing dynasty. He built a walled library
where after his retirement he lived like a hermit, giving
the compound its name.
Now Madame Guo, 90, and
her daughter Yuwen, 59,
still live in a small space in
the centre of the complex
surrounded by the
crumbling rooms of their
once-magnificent estate.

13. Historic Housing in Shanghai-Lilongs
The master plan of a new-style
shikumen lilong block.
Old-style shikumen lilong block,
Hongqingli, Shanghai.
The green lines are alleys which can lead
to the outside roads.
The section of old-style shikumen lilong housing

14. Preservation and Reuse of Industrial Heritage in Shanghai
During the 1990s, small and medium-sized
industrial enterprises had to reduce or wind
down their manufacturing operations in
urban districts. These buildings were first
rented out by factories to collect income.
Many were converted to furniture centers,
home improvement stores or restaurants.
They became the first example of commercial
reuse of industrial heritage buildings.

15. “Historic Shanghai and other local groups really raised the level of
awareness. People now know that better restoration means better
value.”

16. Thank you for your attention!