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HOUSE FOUNDATIONS
House foundations in Shigushan are usually made of stones reused from demolition sites in the village, and they always host multiple futures, oscillating between a potential home and a ruin depending on the family’s financial situation. While waiting for their next phase, these foundations often function as kitchen gardens and children’s playgrounds.


House foundation elevation view, Shigushan
Spring VS Autumn, 2024
Photo by Chen Zhan


House foundation drone view, Shigushan
Spring VS Autumn, 2024
Photo by Chen Zhan


House foundation under construction with recycled dry stones, Shigushan
Summer, 2022
Photo by Chen Zhan


House foundation under construction, Shigushan
Autumn, 2022
Photo by Chen Zhan
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