When we think of our favorite cities, it's often the flavors and sights that linger in our memories. 🏙️🍜 For Liu Yi, the chief architect at the China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute, this connection between food and architecture runs deep.
Liu Yi, renowned for designing some of China's most stunning buildings, believes that architects and chefs share a unique bond. \"Architects and chefs pay close attention to the materials they use and always have a national focus,\" Liu shared. \"They use materials to their best advantage, according to the season.\"
This philosophy highlights how both disciplines value sustainability and creativity, using what's available in each season to craft something extraordinary. Just as a chef selects the freshest ingredients to create a delicious dish, an architect chooses the best materials to design a building that resonates with people.
For Liu Yi, every structure tells a story, much like every meal evokes emotions. It's about creating experiences that leave lasting impressions. 🏯✨ \"Our memories of a city aren't abstract,\" he says. \"They're built on the tangible experiences of spaces and flavors.\"
So next time you're wandering through a city, pay attention to the buildings that surround you and the food that delights your palate. You might just see the artistry that architects and chefs pour into their work, shaping our experiences in profound ways.
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China's Food Culture: Our memories of a city aren't abstract
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