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Journal of Chinese
Architecture and Urbanism Emotive architecture in China

Figure 7. Xiaoxi Jia Project: Before and after. Source: Drawings and photos by WEI Architects (2016)

Figure 8. Highlight moment during the RouTing Project. Source: Photos by WEI Architects (2020)

concept of qing signifies authentic emotional experiences Over more than a decade of practice and teaching,
(Graham, 1990), emphasizing the importance of elevating Wei (2019) has developed a design thinking methodology
and expressing genuine sentiments comprehensively. called “Emotive Design.” This method, referred to by the
Thus, an architectural design must deeply engage with the acronym ILSEI, aims to convert objective knowledge into
authentic essence of a place, allowing for designs that are immersive scene feedback, simulating personal emotions,
expressions of true feelings (有感而发; yougan erfa). fostering a sense of belonging, and igniting genuine

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