RESEARCH ON THE BLENDING OF ARCHITECTURAL FORM AND CULTURE IN HARBIN MIDDLE EAST RAILWAY PERIOD

Abstract

The aim of this paper is a comprehensive investigation into the architectural forms and cultural blending that characterized the Middle East Railway period in Harbin. Through an analysis of the architecture of this era, this study uncovers the profound intersection of Chinese and Western cultures, reflecting the phenomenon of multicultural coexistence. The Harbin Middle East Railway period is a significant chapter in modern Chinese history and a paradigmatic case of the blending of architectural forms and cultures. This thesis examines the architecture of the Harbin Middle East Railway period from historical, architectural, developmental and cultural perspectives, analysing the diversity and uniqueness of its architectural forms in the fusion and interaction of disparate cultural elements. The architectural culture of this period embodies the wisdom of Chinese and Western modern architectural designers and artisans, and holds great significance for the phenomenon of architectural culture globally. It is hoped that the research offers insight and guidance for scholarly investigation, advanced contemporary architectural practice, and to contribute to the preservation and transmission of the invaluable cultural heritage of the Middle East Railway period.-