A Study on the Furniture Characteristics of Sharing Space in the community lifestyle of Fujian Tulou, China

Fujian Tulou, renowned for its unique architecture and communal living, offers insights into how shared spaces were designed to balance privacy and public life while optimizing space. This study reveals that the Hakka people's lifestyle, influenced by environmental, cultural, and social factors, led to the creation of semi-private furniture solutions such as multi-functional chairs, tables, benches, and cabinets tailored for communal living. Through literature reviews and field research, the authors categorized traditional and modern furniture used in Tulou, identifying their functions and adaptability. The findings suggest that these design principles could inform contemporary shared-space furniture designs, providing a theoretical and practical guide for balancing privacy, functionality, and space efficiency in modern communal living environments.

Shao, X. Y., & Park, S. (2019). A Study on the Furniture Characteristics of Sharing Space in the community lifestyle of Fujian Tulou, China. KOREA SCIENCE & ART FORUM, 37(2), 185–195. https://doi.org/10.17548/ksaf.2019.03.30.185