Introduction

The objective of this project is to revitalize rural villages in China by improving quality of life through the environment, communication, local business, public and domestic infrastructure. By creating links to an urban and rural network of social and economic exchange, communities are supported to foster everyday sustainability.

27.2.09

SE Group Workshop

On Februrary 19-20, the Systemic Excellence Group from Berlin held a working seminar with Studio TAO. The seminar generated discussion among participants about themes centered on social systems design theory and methodology. Dr. Louis Klein and Suk-Han Tang began with definitions of what is a village and developed the seminar to cater to the Chongming project. Stakeholders and interests in the project were charted as a framework for future study. Considering the perspectives of business, government and consumer in addition to the village resident were emphasized to develop the project’s strategy.

22.2.09

Existing Conditions