Study on the Rehabilitation of Plot Morphology in the Historical District of AnyeLi Block, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou from the Perspective of plot pattern

Ensuring the continuity of historical urban fabric during the process of urban renewal holds significant practical importance. One of the central concerns of urban regeneration in the age of stock-based development is how to reconcile the spatial forms supported by the original fabric with current functional requirements, and how to improve the environmental quality of the block while preserving the unique historic fabric. As the basic unit of urban spatial organization, the configuration of plots determines the spatial structure of the city and is a key factor in shaping urban fabric. Morphological control at the plot level is an effective approach in urban renewal to balance urban fabric and spatial functionality. Against this background, this thesis selects the Anye Li Block in Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, as the research subject. By reviewing theories of plot-based urbanism and Japan’s land readjustment system, the study extracts applicable design principles and practical procedures for plot morphological adjustment. It also investigates the formation process and current issues of Anye Li’s traditional linear historical fabric, integrates existing conservation plans for historic and cultural districts, summarizes the needs for both preservation and renewal, and defines the scope and strategies for plot morphological adjustment. Finally, it conducts design interventions and implementation guidelines at the plot morphological level, exploring methods to protect traditional urban fabric and optimize spatial renewal in historic districts through plot-based control. The thesis mainly includes the following contents: Chapter One introduces the research background, objectives, and significance, and proposes the research framework. Chapter Two reviews theories of plot-based urbanism and Japan’s land readjustment system, clarifies the use of plots as the basic starting point for regulation, as well as the principles for preserving the density, diversity, and sustainability of traditional urban fabric, summarizes land reorganization procedures in Japan’s high-density areas, and offers localized perspectives. Chapter Three analyzes the morphological characteristics and current issues of the Anye Li Block. It examines the current status and functional composition of Anye Li, reviews the formation process of its linear fabric and the plot patterns and built features of different historical periods, identifies elements and values worthy of preservation, and raises the existing spatial form problems. Chapter Four, in light of conservation plans, analyzes preservation and renewal needs to propose urban renewal strategies, and defines the scope of plot adjustment. Chapter Five presents an urban renewal design based on plot configuration. Under the principles of preserving and improving the original fabric, maintaining diversity, and continuing the traditional style of the block, it proposes plot morphological adjustments for the study area and formulates relevant implementation rules. The conclusion summarizes the research and puts forward limitations and prospects.