However, it's not a strategy. Strategies change according to circumstances. City is complex. We are trying to analyze specific urban conditions to come up with specific tactics, which can be myopic. Thus, we feel like all we do is not building design but micro urban design.
Privacy is a delicate issue.
When the occupancy of courtyard house changes from single family to multi ones, privacy is lost. Courtyard house always encourages people to interact, either within the family or among neighbours. This is a part of the evolution of living conditions as well as building use. The significance of absolute introverted spaces is no wonder in doubt. For past years, your work has focused on China, analyzing its problems and trying to find solutions.