Name:TANG, Xiaoxiang
Professor, Ph.D.
National Key Laboratory of Subtropical Architecture and Urban Science & School of Architecture, South China University of Technology
Email: ssxxtang@scut.edu.cn
Tel/Fax: 86 20 87111321 Mobile: 13682296288
Adress: 510641 School of Architecture, South China University of Technology, Wushan Road, Guangzhou, China
Education:
Shaoyang(Hunan) Normal University, June 1984
Master of Philosophy, Nankai University, June 1993
Ph.D. in Architecture Theory, South China University of Technology, June 2002
Positions:
Deputy Director of the State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Building Science(2016-2022)
Vice Dean, School of Journalism and Communication, South China University of Technology(2004-2008)
Courses Taught and Other Academic Services:
Principle of Aesthetics to Graduate and Undergraduate Students
Principle of Architecture Aesthetics to Graduate Students
Comparison between Chinese Culture & Philosophy and Western Culture & Philosophy to Doctorate Students
Tutor of graduate students and doctorate students
Publications:
Journals:
1.Zhou L, Huang X, Tang X. Towards a regional empirical framework: spatial perspectives in Chinese Buddhist temple garden research[J]. Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering, 2026: 1-20.
2.Li M, Zou C, Fu L, et al. A Study on the Identification of Traditional Village Clusters and the Local Characteristics of the Landscape in the Chaoshan Region[J]. Land, 2026, 15(6): 963.
3.Xiang Y, Zou C, Ren P, et al. Analysis of Landscape Morphological Characteristics of Traditional Villages in Qiandongnan Region Based on Remote Sensing Imagery[J]. IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing, 2026.
4.Wang X, Tang X, Bai Y, et al. Integrated Multi-Hazard Model for Urban Cultural Heritage Risk Management and Monitoring: Combined Hazard Susceptibility and Heritage Vulnerability[J]. 2025.
5.Li H, Tang X, Zou C, et al. Research on the Construction and Optimization of Shenzhen’s Ecological Network Based on MSPA and Circuit Theory[J]. Sustainability, 2025, 17(21): 9779.
6.Tang X, Mei J, Tang Y. Construction of Landscape Heritage Corridors in Ethnic Minority Villages Based on LCA-MSPA-MCR Framework: A Case Study of the Nanling Ethnic Corridor Region in China[J]. Buildings, 2025, 15(18): 3403.
7.Fan T, Tang X, Li K. Image clustering algorithm and psychological perception in historical building colour rating research: A case study of Guangzhou, China[J]. Frontiers of Architectural Research, 2025, 14(5): 1415-1435.
8.ZOU Cheng, TANG Xiaoxiang, SHU Chang. Mechanisms of Influence of Landscape Elements of Buddhist Temple Gardens on Public Health Behavior [J]. Journal of Southwest University(Natural Science Edition). 2025,47(11):191-205.
9.ZOU Cheng, TANG Xiaoxiang, SHU Chang. Analysis of spatiotemporal evolution patterns and driving factors of traditional villages in Guangdong Province [J]. Research of Soil and Water Conservation. 2025,32(6):316-326.
10.FENG Huicheng, TANG Xiaoxiang, SU Yixuan. Types and Characteristics of Landscape Edification Carriers in Ancient Lingnan Prefecture Suburban Areas:A Perspective from Everyday Life History Theory [J]. Chinese Landscape Architecture. 2025,41(3):146-152.
11.Yingjin Xu, Canxu Zeng, Xiaoxiang Tang, Ying Bai and Xin Wang. Nature, Place, and Ritual: Landscape Aesthetics of Jingfu Mountain “Grotto-Heavens and Blissful Lands” in South China [J]. Religions 2024, 15(6), 643;
12.Tang, X.; Zou, C.; Shu, C.; Zhang, M.; Feng, H. Research on Site Selection Planning of Urban Parks Based on POI and Machine Learning—Taking Guangzhou City as an Example[J]. Land 2024, 13, 1362.
13.Zou, C.; Tang, X.; Tan, Q.; Feng, H.; Guo, H.; Mei, J. Constructing Ecological Networks for Mountainous Urban Areas Based on Morphological Spatial Pattern Analysis and Minimum Cumulative Resistance Models: A Case Study of Yongtai County[J]. Sustainability 2024, 16, 5559.
14.Feng, H.; Tang, X.; Zou, C. Optimizing the Layout of Service Facilities for Older People Based on POI Data and Machine Learning: Guangzhou City as an Example[J]. Land 2024, 13, 700.
15.Zhang J, Tang X, Yu Z, et al. Water-Town Settlement Landscape Atlas in the East River Delta, China[J]. Land, 2024, 13(2): 149.
16.Feng Nan, Tang Xiaoxiang. The Social Function of the Ancient City Central Axis in Guangzhou[J]. Journal of Henan University(Social Sciences), 2024,64(6):67-74+154.
17.TANG Xiaoxiang, XU Yingjin, SHU Chang, BAI Ying, WANG Xin. Multidimensional Field Construction of Nanzhao Grotto-Heavens and Blissful Lands from the Perspective of Living Heritage[J]. Chinese Landscape Architecture,2024,40(10):55-61.
18.TANG Xiaoxiang, XU Yingjin, SHU Chang, HU Yujia. Generation Mechanism of Landscape Architecture Aesthetics: Based on the Perspective of Axiological Aesthetics[J]. South Architecture,2024,(11):11-21.
19.ZOU Cheng, TANG Xiaoxiang, HU Yujia, TAN Qian, FENG Yanqin. Landscape Cluster Classification of Traditional Villages in Guangdong Province Based on Landscape Similarity[J]. Chinese Landscape Architecture,2024,40(12):110-116.
20.TANG Xiaoxiang, SU Yixuan. Research on the Wisdom of Traditional Urban Landscape Construction in Guangzhou[J]. Modern Urban Research,2024,(7):80-87.
21.ZHOU Lian, TANG Xiaoxiang. Landscape Recognition, View, and Creation: Construction Formulas of Countryside Sightseeing Spaces in the Eight Scenes of Xiaoxiang[J]. South Architecture,2024,(7):68-79.
22.FENG Huicheng, TANG Xiaoxiang, SU Yixuan. Characteristics of Ancient Landscape Edification Carriers in the Huizhou West Lake[J]. South Architecture,2024,(4):97-105.
23.WANG Xin, TANG Xiaoxiang, BAI Ying, XU Yingjin. Classification and Application Prospect of Methods for Landscape Character Assessment[J]. Landscape Architecture,2023,30(11):113-120.
24.BAI Ying, TANG Xiaoxiang, XU Yingjin, WANG Xin. A Tentative Discussion on Heritage Value from the Perspective of Historic Urban Landscape——Taking Chenghuang Temple in Jieyang as an Example[J]. Chinese Landscape Architecture,2023,39(9):74-80.
25.TANG Xiaoxiang, ZHANG Jingyi, XU Shuchen. Scale Level Characterization of Waterside Landscape in Dongjiang River Delta[J]. South Architecture,2023,(4):89-95.
26.WANG Xin, TANG Xiaoxiang, XU Yingjin, BAI Ying. Study on Landscape Characters of Taoist Gardens in Famous Mountain Scenic Spots in Central Guangdong Province[J]. Journal of Human Settlements in West China,2023,38(3):127-133.
27.Guo H, Wang C, Nie Y, et al. Hybridising minjian religion in South China: participants, rituals, and architecture[J]. Religions, 2022, 13(5): 384.
28.FENG Huicheng, TANG Xiaoxiang. Study on the Edification Mechanism of Landscape Series in Huizhou West Lake[J]. Chinese Landscape Architecture,2022,38(9):140-144.
29.TANG Xiaoxiang, XU Yingjin, YUAN Yue. Aesthetic Cultural Characteristics of Guangzhou Yuanmiao Temple Garden [J]. South Architecture,2022,(9):58-66.
30.TANG Xiaoxiang, YUAN Yue, MA Jiawen. Differentiated Coordinated Teaching in Aesthetics of Landscape Architecture [J]. South Architecture,2022,(6):100-106.
31.TANG Xiao-xiang, WANG Xin, YANG Ding-hai. Natural Adaptability of Coastal Rural Settlement Landscapes: a Case Study on Hainan [J]. South Architecture,2021,(5):138-143.
32.Liu, Sizhe;Zhang, Wei;He, Xianyou;Tang, Xiaoxiang;Lai, Shuxian;Dai, Zixu :The Role of Understanding on Architectural Beauty: Evidence From the Impact of Semantic Description on the Aesthetic Evaluation of Architecture. Psychological Reports, March 2021，0033-2941
33.Tang Xiaoxiang. Strengthen Research on Lingnan Architecture School. Social Sciences in China. Page 2, 2012.3.20
34.Tang Xiaoxiang, Chen Yin. New Dimension in Architecture Aesthetics Study: Survey of the study on Aesthetic Generality between Architecture and Music [J], Architecture Journal Vol.1;23-26,2009
35.Tang Xiaoxiang, Chen Yin. Towards a thoery of innovation in architecural design:Development of lingnan Architecture School [J], Advanced Materials Research,2012,368-373:3773-3779 (EI)
36.Li Wei, Tang Xiaoxiang. China Pavilion for the World Expo 2010 Shanghai： Chineseness in the Perspective of Contemporary Lingnan Architecture School[J]. Journal of South China University of Technology(Social Science Edition) Vol.4:86-92,2011
37.Tang Xiaoxiang. On the Emotional Effects of Architectural and Aesthetic Activities [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol. 4: 41-44, 2010
38.Tang Xiaoxiang, Wang Yongzhi. Aesthetical Intersectionof Traditional Chinese Architecture and Traditional Chinese Drawings [J]. Hundred Schools in Arts. Vol. 3:124-129,2010
39.Tang Xiaoxiang. Metaphor and Realistic Aesthetics [J]. International Philosophy Today. Vol. 3:63-66, 1995
40.Tang Xiaoxiang. On Comprehensive Trend of Thinking of Modern People [J]. Modern Philosophy. Vol. 2: 80-82, 1995
41.Tang Xiaoxiang. On Comprehensive Innovation Characteristics of Chinese Modern Aesthetics [J]. Social Sciences in Guangdong. Vol. 2:81-84, 1999
42.Tang Xiaoxiang, Wu Sihui. Study on Cultural Regional Characteristics of Overseas Chinese Architecture in Mingnan [J]. South Architecture. Vol. 1:48-53, 2012
43.Tang Xiaoxiang, Wang Yongzhi. The Interpretation on Aesthetics of Taiwan and Fujian Temple Roof Decorated [J]. Huazhong Architecture. Vol. 3:172-176, 2011
44.Tang Xiaoxiang, Wang Yongzhi. Cultural Compare of Decoration on Nanhai Temple in Guangzhou and Mazu Temple in Taiwan [J]. South Architecture. Vol. 1:32-35, 2011
45.Wang Yongzhi, Tang Xiaoxiang. Study on Aesthetical Culture of Decoration on Roof of Temple in Taiwan [J]. New Century Religious Study (Taiwan). Vol. 9:171-194, 2010
46.Tang Xiaoxiang, Chen Yin. Study on Educational Characteristics of Lingnan Architecture School [J]. Huazhong Architecture. Vol. 10:190-192, 2010
47.Chen Yin, Tang Xiaoxiang. Study on Hsia Changshi’s Architecture Thinking [J]. South Architecture. Vol. 2:42-45, 2010
48.Chen Yin, Tang Xiaoxiang. Cultural Interpretation on Hakka Settlement [J]. Huazhong Architecture. Vol. 4:143-144, 2010
49.Tang Xiaoxiang, Xu Fengjuan. Survey of the study on Aesthetic Generality between Architecture and Chinese Opera [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology(Social Science Edition) Vol.2:40-44,2010
50.Tang Xiaoxiang. Three Dimensions of Aesthetics of Traditional Architecture [J]. South Architecture, Vol.6:82-85,2009
51.Tang Xiaoxiang, Chen Yin. In-Depth Research and Modern Significance on Chinese Vernacular Architecture: Conference Review of the 16th Chinese Academic Conference on Vernacular Architecture [J]. New Architecture. Vol.2:138-139,2009
52.Tang Xiaoxiang, Chen Yin. On the Generative Mechanism of Beauty [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology(Social Science Edition) Vol.2:65-69,2009
53.Tang Xiaoxiang. Adaptability of Lingnan Han Vernacular Dwellings [J]. South Architecture. Vol.5:37-39,2008
54.Tang Xiaoxiang, Tang Li. Study on Natural Adaptability of Architecture in Modern Guangzhou [J]. Development of Small Cities & Towns. Vol.8:27-30,2008
55.Tang Xiaoxiang, Lou Junxia. Cultural Characteristics and Protective Development of Qilou in Guangzhou: take Qilou Business Street in Shang Xia Jiu Road as Example [J]. Development of Small Cities & Towns. Vol.1:80-83,2008
56.Tang Xiaoxiang, Cheng Yiting. The Appreciation Inner Relations of Architecture and Music [J], Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol. 2: 50-54, 2007
57.Cheng Yiting, Tang Xiaoxiang. Study on Aesthetical Culture of Vernacular in Shan Xi: take Wang Jia Da Yuan as example [J]. Development of Small Cities & Towns. Vol.4:67-70,2007
58.Tang Xiaoxiang, Zheng Xiaolu. On Technical Characteristics of Traditional Architecture in Chaoshan Area [J]. Urban Architecture. Vol.11:23-25,2007
59.Tang Xiaoxiang, Yao Yao. Thinking on Brand and Administration of City [J]. Yang Cheng Evening News. Page: A7. 2007.09.09
60.Tang Xiaoxiang, Zhu Anlin. The Aesthetics Culture Characteristics of Architecture in Modern Cantonese Hometown of Overseas Chinese [J]. City Architecture Vol.2: 81-83, 2006
61.Tang Xiaoxiang, Wu Miaoxian. The Aesthetical Culture of Architetcure in Modern Chaoshan Hometown of Overseas Chinese [J]. City Architecture Vol.5: 86-89, 2006
62.Tang Xiaoxiang, Lai Ying. The Cultural Spirits of Modern Xingning and Meizhou [J]. City Architecture Vol.11: 23-25, 2005
63.Tang Xiaoxiang, Guo Huangyu. The Aesthetics Characteristics of Modern Linnan Gardens [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol. 2: 49-53, 2005
64.Tang Xiaoxiang. The Cultural Spirits of Chinese Traditional Vernacular Architecture [J]. New Architecture. Vol.6: 37-39, 2004
65.Tang Xiaoxiang. On Cultural Spirit of Chinese Vernacular [J]. City Architecture Vol.11: 12-16, 2004
66.Tang Xiaoxiang. Four Characteristics of Aesthetics in Modern China [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol. 2: 31-34, 2004
67.Tang Xiaoxiang. The Culture Pattern of Architecture Appreciation [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol.4: 24-28, 2004
68.Tang Xiaoxiang. Development of Overseas Architecture Aesthetics: From Hegel to Post Modernism [J], Southern Architecture Vol.1: 1-3, 2004
69.Tang Xiaoxiang. On Basic Spirit of Lingnan Culture in Modern Times [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol.1: 19-22, 2003
70.Tang Xiaoxiang. Thinking on Modern Spirit and Future Development of Lingnan Culture [J]. Page: 254-264, Development Theory of Advanced Couture in Guangdong. Guangdong People Press. 2003
71.Tang Xiaoxiang, Guo Qian. The Philosophy and Technology of Linnan Architecture [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol.3: 34-37, 2002
72.Tang Xiaoxiang. The Cultural Characteristics of Modern Linnan Architecture Appreciation [J]. New Architecture. Vol.5:66-69, 2002
73.Tang Xiaoxiang. Three Development Phases of Modern Linnan Architecture, paper presented in the 2nd International Conference East Asia Architecture Culture, Seoul, Korea, October 16-19, 2002
74.Tang Xiaoxiang. Lingnan Architecture and Its Humane Characteristics [J]. New Architecture. Vol.6: 63-66, 2001
75.Tang Xiaoxiang. On Aesthetical Characteristics of Hakka Settlement [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol.3: 42-45, 2001
76.Tang Xiaoxiang. On Aesthetics Characteristics of Traditional Hakka Vernacular Architecture [J], Southern Architecture. Vol.3:65-68, 2001
77.Tang Xiaoxiang. Traditional View on Environment and Creation of Beautiful Environment in Residential Area in Modern City [J]. New Architecture. Vol.6:26-29, 2000
78.Tang Xiaoxiang. On Creation of Beautiful Environment in Residential Area in City [J]. South Architecture. Vol.2:76-78, 2000
79.Tang Xiaoxiang, Lu Qi. Environment Aesthetics of Traditional Architecture [J]. Huazhong Architecture Vol.2:112-114, 2000
80.Tang Xiaoxiang. On Ideology of Advocating Force and Revolution in Aesthetics in Modern China [J]. Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition) Vol.1: 81-84, 1999
Books:
1.Fifteen Lectures of Aesthetics of Landscape Architecture [M]. (ISBN 978-7-112-28211-1), China Architecture & Building Press. 2022.12
2.Fifteen Lectures on Architectural Aesthetics[M]. (ISBN 978-7-112-20697-1), China Architecture & Building Press. 2017.11
3.Beautiful Village • Liannan Yao Village [M]. (ISBN 9787508751399), China Social Sciences Press. 2015.11
4.Culture and Aesthetics of Lingnan Architecture in Modern times [M]. (ISBN 978-7-112-12702-3), China Architecture & Building Press. 2010.12
5.Introduction of Chinese Vernacular Architecture [M]. (ISBN 978-7-5083-57089), China Power Press, 2007.09
6.Introduction of Aesthetics [M]. (ISBN 978-7-5623-2328-0). South China University Press, 2006.02
7.Colorful Flowers: Spirit of Art of Guangdong People [M]. (ISBN 7-218-05032-8)Guangdong People Press. 2005.09
8.Form and Fabric in Landscape Architecture A Visual Introduction [M]. (ISBN 7-5341-1272-9)Zhejiang Science and Technology Press, 2004.09
Research Projects:
1.China and Japan international cooperative project: Research on Hakka Vernacular in China and Japan. 2004-2007
2.National Natural Science Foundation Project: Study on the Spatial Evolution Mechanism of Lingnan Taoist Temple Garden. 2020-2023
3.National Natural Science Foundation Project: Research on the Realist Design Theory of the Lingnan Architectural School and Its Development. 2014-2017
4.National Social Science Fund Project: Research on Aesthetics of Modern Lingnan Architecture. 2000-2003
5.Special Entrusted Project of the 13th Five-Year Plan for Philosophy and Social Sciences in Guangdong Province: Research on the Architecture Section of the Dictionary of Lingnan Culture.2018-2022
6.Key Entrusted Project of the 14th Five-Year Plan for Philosophy and Social Sciences in Guangzhou: Guangzhou in Architecture: Cultural Heritage Buildings.2024-2026
7.National Ministry of Education Humanities and Social sciences Fund Project: Comparative Study on Aesthetical culture of Overseas Chinese Architecture in Guangdong and Fujian.2010-2012
8.National Ministry of Construction Fund project: Research on Landscape Aesthetics of Residential Area in Modern Cities and Towns in Lingnan.2006-2008
9.Guangdong Universities Humanities and Social Sciences Fund Project: Research on Culture of Overseas Chinese Architecture in Guangdong. 2008-2010
10.Guangdong Natural Sciences Fund Project: Research on Lingnan Architecture School and Lingnan Architecture Innovation. 2009-2012
11.Guangdong Undergraduate University Teaching Quality & Teaching Reform Project: Research and Practice on Differentiated and Collaborative Education Reform of Landscape Architecture Aesthetics.2020-2022
12.Project granted by State Key Lab of Subtropical Building Science, South China University of Technology: Research on Lingnan Architecture School and its Development. 2010-2012
13.University granted Project: Research on Differentiated Teaching of Architectural Aesthetics Course. 2010-2012
14.Bidding Project of Dongguan Rural Revitalization Promotion Center: Research on the Classification Guidelines for Rural Architectural Forms and Styles in Dongguan.2016-2018
15.Bidding Project of Dongguan Rural Revitalization Promotion Center: Research on Guidelines for the Shaping of Characteristic Urban and Rural Features in Dongguan Based on the Concept of Building a Beautiful China.2021-2023
16.Commissioned by the government: Design of Elevation and Landscape on Qifu Road in Baiyun District, Guangzhou.2004-2006
17.Commissioned by the government: Conservation Planning of Ancient Town Huangpu, Zhongshan.2002-2004
18.Commissioned by the government: Design of Exhibition Center in Bowo, Tibet.2012-2013
Membership in Professional Associations:
1.Member of the Education Committee of the International Association of Architects for UNESCO
2.Chairman of the Residential Architecture Professional Committee of the China National Architecture Research Association
3.Vice-chairman, Special Committee on Ancient Villages and Towns, China Cultural Relics Academy
4.Deputy Director of the Residential Architecture Professional Committee of the Architectural Society of China
5.Deputy Director and Secretary-General of the Lingnan Architectural Professional Committee of the Architectural Society of China
6.Editor, Journal of South China University of Technology (Social Science Edition)
7.Editor, Journal of Kunming University of Science and Technology (Social Science Edition)
