PX Sunmake Cultures Foundation’s Traditional Architectural Restoration Project
To preserve and sustain the profound cultural and artistic value embodied in the park’s traditional architecture, the PX Sunmake Cultures Foundation has initiated the Traditional Architectural Restoration Project. By conducting surveys of structural conditions and identifying damages, the foundation engages skilled craftsmen specializing in restoration to work on-site. All projects are carried out in accordance with traditional construction methods, ensuring that the authentic appearance of these heritage buildings is maintained.
This approach not only safeguards architectural integrity but also allows visitors to closely observe the intricate craftsmanship of restoration. In doing so, the project fosters the continuation of artisanal traditions and promotes appreciation for the aesthetics of traditional architecture.
｜Restoration Projects by Year｜
| Year | Location | Project | Craftsmen & Restoration Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Scholar Huang’s Residence | Koji Pottery (New Work) | Koji Pottery (交趾作): Kuo Chih-Lang – Certified Traditional Craftsman, Ministry of Culture |
| 2019 | Guanghsiao Shrine | Koji Pottery (New Work) | Koji Pottery (交趾作): Kuo Chih-Lang – Certified Traditional Craftsman, Ministry of Culture |
| 2019–2020 | Scholar Huang’s Residence | Gilding and Painting Renewal | Painting (彩繪作): Chou Meng-Hsun – Certified Traditional Craftsman, Ministry of Culture Lacquer Removal & Waterproofing: Jong Mao Co., Ltd. Relief Carving (鑿花作): Chen Pi-Hui – Certified Traditional Craftsman, Ministry of Culture Carpentry (木作): Wu Ching-Hsiang |
| 2020–2021 | Wenchang Temple | Gilding | Lacquer Removal & Waterproofing: Chiu Chun-Hsin Support Staff: Chang Chien-Hung, Pai Shu-Pei, Tseng Tsang-Sung, Chen Hsin-Jan |
| 2020–2021 | Wenchang Temple | Roof Tile Restoration | Tile Work (瓦作): Juan Neng-Chieh Support Staff: Chuang Ching-Shui, Chuang Teng-Lin |
| 2020–2021 | Tudigong Temple | Roof Reconstruction | Tile Work (瓦作): Juan Neng-Chieh Support Staff: Chuang Ching-Shui, Chuang Teng-Lin |
| 2021 | Opera Stage | New Painting | Painting (彩繪作): Chou Meng-Hsun – Certified Traditional Craftsman, Ministry of Culture |
| 2022 | Wenchang Temple | Wall Tile Restoration | Tile Work (瓦作): Tai Chin-Chang |
| 2023–2024 | Guanghsiao Shrine | Woodwork & Painted Surface Cleaning | Execution Unit: Shao Ching-Wang – Director, Department of Heritage Arts Conservation, NTUA |
| 2024 | Wenchang Street | New Koji Pottery & Cut-and-Paste Mosaic Zodiac Figures and Characters | Mosaic (剪黏作): Hsu Wen-Pi, Su Ying-Cheng Koji Pottery (交趾作): Kuo Chih-Lang – Certified Traditional Craftsman, Ministry of Culture |
| 2025 | Wenchang Street | New Koji Pottery & Cut-and-Paste Mosaic Zodiac Figures and Characters | Execution Unit: Tsan-Ching Traditional Architecture Research Studio |
| 2025 | Guanghsiao Shrine | Post-Earthquake Restoration (after the 2025 Hualien–Taitung Earthquake) | Execution Unit: Tsan-Ching Traditional Architecture Research Studio |
| 2025 | Scholar Huang’s Residence | Wall and Roof Tile Restoration | Execution Unit: Tsan-Ching Traditional Architecture Research Studio |
| 2025 | Wenchang Temple | Roof Painting Restoration | Execution Unit: Tsan-Ching Traditional Architecture Research Studio |
｜Traditional Craftsmanship in Architectural Restoration｜
The restoration of traditional architecture involves a wide range of specialized crafts to ensure that historic structures are preserved with their original techniques and structural integrity. With the growing importance of cultural preservation, these traditional skills continue to play a vital role in safeguarding and revitalizing heritage buildings.
The artisans responsible for these works are formally known as “Sifu” (司阜)—highly respected masters who preserve and transmit architectural heritage. With their refined skills and decades of experience, they create architectural works of enduring historical and artistic value.
- ●Timber Structural Carpentry (Dà Mù Zuò 大木作): Responsible for primary structural elements such as beams, columns, and interlocking brackets in temples and traditional architecture. (Photo: Scholar Huang’s Residence)
- ●Fine Carpentry (Xiǎo Mù Zuò 小木作): Produces finely crafted components such as furniture, doors, windows, and screens. (Photo: Scholar Huang’s Residence)
- ●Relief Carving (Záo Huā Zuò 鑿花作): Involves chiseling intricate patterns and motifs into wood surfaces, requiring precision and refined handcraftsmanship. (Photo: Wenchang Temple)
- ●Tile Work (Wǎ Zuò 瓦作): Laying and arranging roof tiles for proper drainage and aesthetic harmony, based on architectural design. (Photo: Opera Stage Roof)
- ●Clay Sculpture (Ní Sù Zuò 泥塑作): Modeling deities, decorative sculptures, and architectural details using clay and plaster. (Photo: Wenchang Street)
- ●Cut-and-Paste Mosaic (Jiǎn Nián Zuò 剪黏作): Creating vivid decorative motifs using cut pieces of colored ceramic, glass, or shells. (Photo: Wenchang Street)
- ●Koji Pottery (Jiāo Zhǐ Zuò 交趾作): Handcrafted pottery shaped, carved, painted, and fired to produce richly colored and textured works. (Photo: Guanghsiao Shrine)
- ●Painting (Cǎi Huì Zuò 彩繪作): Applying vibrant, layered patterns onto wood carvings, doors, windows, and furniture, emphasizing depth and color harmony. (Photo: Opera Stage)
- ●Stone Carving (Shí Diāo Zuò 石雕作): Creating detailed figures, flora, deities, and motifs using natural stone. (Photo: Wenchang Temple)
