The Sun Commune project by the architect Chen Haoru focuses on farming and community development. A pig barn, the centerpiece of the project by Mr. Chen, features pyramid-shaped thatched roofs and a swimming pool. 

Mr. Chen working with some of his students at his studio. ''Ten years ago, there weren’t that many opportunities to do projects in the countryside,'' he said......Continue Reading

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