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2024.10.12 14:31 GMT+8

Creative renovations bring new life to Chengdu's historic buildings

Updated 2024.10.12 14:31 GMT+8
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In this episode of "Housed in Tradition," we continue our journey with Qi Jie in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, to explore how thoughtful and creative renovations can breathe new life into the city's historic buildings. We visit the WEZO Hotel, the site of a former gas company built in the 1980s, where co-founder Zhou Luye explains how carefully preserved elements such as the original terrazzo floors and traditional rockery blend seamlessly with modern touches. We also meet Zhang Yi, the owner of Jilu Hotpot, who managed to transform a century-old house into a restaurant by balancing preservation with modern comfort.

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