Chapter 108 Report

Chapter 108 Report

Coming back from Jiangcheng Architectural Design Institute, Tao Nanfeng walked with a breeze.

As soon as he entered the west gate, he ran into Fan Zhicheng. He shook off the girl who was stuffing a gift into his hand and ran to Tao Nanfeng: "Tao Nanfeng, where have you been?"

Tao Nanfeng said unhappily: "Why do you mind me?"

Fan Zhicheng followed her closely and whispered, "You and Professor Tao told me about Li Shunmei, right? Don't be prejudiced against me. There are many things you don't know. Anyway, I have a clear conscience.

You have also seen that crazy woman and witnessed her fierce cursing. Who can live with such a rude and impolite woman for a long time? If she hadn't pestered me, I would have returned to Jiangcheng long ago. Don't think she is a good person.

I know that you all care about me and are afraid that she will make a scene at school and cause me to be disqualified from admission. Don't worry, I have sent someone to send her back to her hometown, and I send her money every month. I have really done my best. ”

Tao Nanfeng glanced at him and responded coldly.

"You don't have to tell me this. I'm not interested, and I don't plan to be Justice Bao. Whether you are Chen Shimei or Jiang Ziya, it has nothing to do with me."

Chen Shimei divorced his wife and remarried, showing his complete lack of conscience; Jiang Ziya married a fierce wife in his later years, who called him a useless person and divorced her in anger.

Being teased by Tao Nanfeng like this, Fan Zhicheng felt a little embarrassed.

"Although we are not from the same school, we are also seniors of the same major and class. I heard from Professor Huang that I was able to enter the school thanks to Professor Tao and you for giving up the exemption quota. I want to be friends with you, please don't let this matter affect our friendship."

Tao Nanfeng sneered: "If you want to be friends with me, do I have to agree?" After that, he turned and left.

Fan Zhicheng was left standing there in a daze, staring at her graceful and slender back.

The girl who had been pestering him to give her a gift came over, stared at Fan Zhicheng's profile infatuatedly, and asked timidly, "Who is she to you?"

Fan Zhicheng suddenly smiled, and although his smile was beautiful, it did not even reach his eyes.

"She is Tao Nanfeng, the girl I have a crush on."

Tao Nanfeng didn't know that Fan Zhicheng had given her such a nickname, which had invisibly created a lot of enemies. She devoted all her energy to the design of the single dormitory building.

The city required the construction of five dormitory buildings. Based on the design brief written by Tao Nanfeng, Fan Yajun communicated with the professors and finalized the overall plan.

There are five dormitories facing north and south, arranged in a row and built according to the terrain, with a vertical length of 72 meters. There is greening between the layers and roads are distributed along the four sides.

One single dormitory building, with two to three people in a room; one mandarin duck building, with a single room and a toilet; two unit buildings, with two bedrooms, one living room and one bathroom; one unit building, with three bedrooms, one living room and one bathroom.

According to the task assigned by Fan Yajun, Tao Nanfeng and Tao Shouxin were assigned to a team responsible for the design of the single dormitory building;

Fan Zhicheng and Huang Jiafa were in charge of the design of Yuanyang Building;

The people from the design institute are responsible for the design of the three apartment buildings.

Because of the design foundation of the last staff dormitory, this task was completed very easily.

The three-meter-wide span leaves room for a central staircase, two floors of toilets and bathrooms, and a single-sided corridor with twenty dormitories on each floor.

Because it is a single-family building, there is no need to set up a kitchen. Tao Nanfeng specially made the corridor a little wider. If employees need to cook, they can put a coal stove in the corridor to stew soup or cook rice.

The stairwell of the single building is open and has no railing decoration, but the brick brackets at the entrance give it a simple beauty.

The prefabricated cement railings have a carved balustrade board added every one meter, and the patterns of precious flowers are clustered together, which looks very festive.

In addition, all window sills have dark patterns, and the four sides of the eaves are decorated with prefabricated cement brackets...

Tao Shouxin saw it and patted Tao Nanfeng on the head: "Not bad, at first glance, it is similar to the architecture in Tongdeli."

Tao Nanfeng's enthusiastic look was very contagious. Although Liang Yinzhen could not understand the architectural drawings, it did not prevent her from giving unconditional praise and affirmation.

"This dormitory building is beautiful! It's even more beautiful than the new one on our farm. This railing looks like an embroidered belt on a skirt, so delicate and stylish."

Tao Nanfeng felt more confident after hearing this. Even a layman can spot the highlights of the building at a glance, which shows that the extraction and application of architectural symbols are accurate.

The day for the mid-term report on the design task is coming soon.

Fan Zhicheng was responsible for drawing the architectural renderings. Frame by frame, the illustration-like layout looked very novel and beautiful, eye-catching, and attracted praise from everyone as soon as they were hung up.

“This format is very good and clear at a glance.”

"It's rare that our design institute has someone with such high drawing skills. This kid works really fast and well."

“The exterior facade of the apartment building looks good and stylish.”

The design drawings were hanging on the wall of the conference room. Tao Nanfeng had good eyesight and checked them carefully as he walked.

The floor plan of the unit building that Fan Yajun is responsible for is very user-friendly and fully takes into account the functional requirements of living. However, the building elevation drawing does not express the Lifen architectural symbols that Tao Nanfeng once mentioned, and the renderings do not show any characteristics of Tongdeli architecture.

Tao Nanfeng's heart sank.

At least in the first draft, Fan Yajun did not adopt any of her opinions.

Feeling Tao Nanfeng's gaze, Fan Yajun pulled her aside and explained gently and carefully.

"I have discussed with the dean, and he does not support the introduction of Tongdeli architectural symbols into the new dormitory building. Your idea is very good, but now everyone just wants to build a house simply, quickly and cheaply. As for inheriting history and highlighting art, no one pays attention. This is not your fault. It is this era that restricts our thinking and creativity."

Tao Nanfeng was obviously a little disappointed and lowered his eyes to look at the ground.

When Fan Yajun saw the two pigtails draped over her shoulders, she seemed to see her younger self and raised her hand to gently pat her arm.

"We are too weak to change the world. Now we can only try to adapt to it."

After saying this, Fan Yajun sighed. As a woman, she often feels powerless in this male-centered world.

Tao Nanfeng raised his head, his eyes seemed to be burning with fire: "But, I want to try again."

Fan Yajun met her eyes, and for some reason the extinguished flame in her heart was ignited. Her eyes curved slightly, and a few fine lines appeared.

It was as if a stone was thrown into the water to break open the sky, creating ripples.

Fan Yajun's voice also became brisk: "How do you want to try?"

Tao Nanfeng took her hand and led her to his design drawing. He pointed at the building elevation and said, "Look! Doesn't it look like a series of embroidered belts?"

Fan Yajun is also a person who lives a refined life. She nodded and said, "I saw it just now. You draw well and are very creative."

Tao Nanfeng said to her, "Since you think it's good, then work hard to promote it! Can we put the report on the single dormitory building last? I want to do some preparatory work."

Fan Yajun was infected by her persistence and said with a smile: "Sure. If you can convince those stubborn people in the design institute this time, I will treat you to afternoon tea."

Tao Nanfeng smiled and said, "Do your best!"

After that, she said a few words to her father and trotted out of the meeting room carrying her army green shoulder bag.

Fan Zhicheng followed her closely with a curious gaze, muttering in his heart: Why does she want to ignore the report?

He was transferred to Fan Yajun to assist with drawing during this period. He gradually became familiar with her, so he walked up to her and asked, "Boss Fan, what is Tao Nanfeng doing out at this time?"

Fan Yajun really didn't know, so she shook her head and said, "Who knows?"

She glanced at Fan Zhicheng sensitively: "Xiao Fan, you care about Tao Nanfeng a lot, don't you..."

There was a hint of teasing in Fan Yajun's eyes. Fan Zhicheng waved his hands hurriedly: "No, no, no, we are just ordinary classmates. Isn't it Professor Tao's group's turn to report soon? I'll come and check on them."

Fan Yajun said calmly: "Their group will report last, so there is no rush."

Wasn’t it originally the first one? Why did it get moved to the last one?

Fan Zhicheng tried hard to suppress his gossipy heart that wanted to inquire about the news, and smiled very sincerely: "That's good, I was worried that she would not be able to make the report in time."

Where did Tao Nanfeng go?

The design institute had many display boards, so she borrowed two from the office next door, took out a stack of photos of Tongdeli from her schoolbag, and carefully pinned them one by one on the display boards with thumbtacks.

When Tao Nanfeng took these photos, he just wanted to record the historical features of Tongdeli. Now, in order to make more people accept the use of architectural symbols with historical imprints in newly built dormitory buildings, she decided to put up a photo wall to let everyone understand and value Tongdeli.

Everything was ready, and Tao Nanfeng walked into the conference room holding two display boards.

Applause was ringing in the conference room, and Tao Nanfeng heard Fan Zhicheng's voice: "Thank you! Thank you all for your affirmation and encouragement."

Tao Nanfeng curled the corners of his mouth and quietly pushed open the back door.

As the door opened, the applause became louder. Fan Zhicheng was standing on the stage, having just finished his report on the design of Yuanyang Building, his face showing a hint of excitement.

In addition to Fan Yajun, sitting at the conference table were President Wang, Vice President Guo, Secretary Shao, and two chief engineers, and everyone was whispering.

"This guy is great, make a reservation in advance."

"During his graduate studies, he was allowed to participate in the design institute's affairs and was paid an internship salary."

"This hand-drawing level is extremely high. It doesn't matter if his professional foundation is not so good. What we need now is someone who can draw the renderings."

Just a few words determined Fan Zhicheng's future.

Fan Yajun and Tao Shouxin had been staring at the door, and when they saw Tao Nanfeng come in, they both breathed a sigh of relief.

It was the last group's turn to report, and the staff came forward to change the drawings.

There are two nylon ropes extending from the wall in front of the conference room, and the drawings are clamped on them with large clips for easy moving.

Tao Nanfeng held a display board in each hand, one in each hand, and walked up with his head held high.

The display board is made of pine wood and is painted white on the surface. It still takes some effort for most people to lift it. The people in the design institute are all weak scholars, and it takes two people to move the display boards.

Tao Nanfeng had just put down the display board covered with photos when there was a burst of exclamations from below.

"This girl has great strength!"

"I heard that this is Professor Tao's graduate student. How can a girl have such great strength?"

"Interesting, the boys are feminine and the girls are heroic, hehe."

Tao Nanfeng has long been accustomed to such surprises. She stood calmly, her eyes swept downwards. Although she was young, she had an aura of her own. The voices below gradually disappeared and the entire conference room fell silent.

"I believe you have already seen the plan and elevation design of the towel factory's single dormitory building. I will first give a brief report on the plan layout."

Graphic design is closely related to architectural functions and is directly related to the living experience, so Tao Nanfeng put this point in the front of the report.

"Next, I would like to ask you to look at these photos."

Tao Nanfeng moved the display board closer to the conference table, and the leaders, chief engineers, and engineers of the design institute all came closer to take a look.

There are three horizontal alleys, one vertical alley, and twenty-six two-story brick and wood houses.

Red bricks and red tiles, red brick arches, stone pillars and stone doors, this large area of ​​similar buildings looks particularly dazzling in the photo.

Looking from Minzhu Road, the tall plane trees and the red and white buildings complement each other, creating a sense of beauty and tranquility that comes from a peaceful time.

Tao Shouxin had already seen these photos. He sat steadily in his chair, smiling without saying a word.

Huang Jiafa walked to the display board, put on his reading glasses and looked around carefully. After sitting back in his chair, he whispered in Tao Shouxin's ear: "Old Tao, what is your daughter up to? How much will it cost to develop so many photos?"

The camera in Tao Shouxin's home cost more than 500 yuan, and a roll of film plus development cost 30 yuan, which was a sky-high price at the time.

Just looking at the number of photos on this display board, it would take at least three rolls, which would cost ninety yuan.

Ninety yuan, a month's salary for professors, was all posted on two display boards. Tao Nanfeng was very generous!

Tao Shouxin glanced at Huang Jiafa and said, "Don't worry, I can still afford the money if it's not from the public account."

Others may not know, but Tao Shouxin knows very well how profitable it is to open a cigarette factory in the north. It’s a good thing that our family never has to worry about money now.

Huang Jiafa laughed awkwardly, "Old Tao, look at you, you are so polite. Tao Nanfeng took the photos and conducted research in order to complete the design, so of course it is paid through the government account, just bring the receipt and get reimbursed. I am just expressing my feelings, nothing else."

Fan Zhicheng didn't say anything. His eyes were sharp and focused as he looked at Tao Nanfeng who was speaking on the stage.

"Tongdeli has a long history. It was once a high-end residential area in Jiangbei. National capital giants, pharmaceutical kings, opera masters, foreign company employees, popular artists, etc. have lived here. It can be said that the 26 two-story buildings in Tongdeli reflect the first-class level of residential construction.

A century-old building and a thousand-year-old city. Tongdeli has gone through a century of history and is a combination of Chinese and Western cultures. Buildings like this should be remembered, not forgotten.

Therefore, I intentionally used representative architectural symbols of Tongdeli in the facade design of the single dormitory building. for example……"

Tao Nanfeng moved his finger towards the building facade hanging on the wall.

“It is a six-story brick-concrete structure with 20 dormitories on each floor. The prefabricated railings in the corridors have a group of Baoxiang flower-shaped railings added every one meter, like an embroidered belt extending, which increases the flexibility of the facade.

The entrance to the stairs is a brick semicircular arch, the window sills are prefabricated cement panels with dark patterns, and the prefabricated brackets on the roof are all similar to the buildings in Tongdeli, giving it a sense of historical weight. ”

Tao Nanfeng's voice is low and soft, like the sound of a musical instrument's strings or the wind blowing through wheat waves. Everyone present seemed to be pulled into a movie by her, witnessing the rise and fall, survival and destruction in each frame of the photo.

"You may be concerned about whether such a design will increase costs. We discussed this issue last time in this meeting room."

Fan Zhicheng broke the silence and said, "Yes, I have reminded you that non-mass production prefabricated components will increase the extra cost, which is not worth the loss."

Tao Nanfeng took out two photos and a hand-drawn form from his bag and presented them to the leaders.

"I went to the Jiangcheng Prefabricated Component Factory for this purpose. This is an actual photo of the Baoxiang flower-patterned railings and dark-patterned window sills on the drawings. They are all unsalable inventory in the factory warehouse, and they are being sold at half price.

This table is a collection of quotations that I have compiled, with comparisons to common styles. I also noted the quantity specifications next to it. Even if all five buildings use this batch of prefabricated components, it will be enough. ”

Fan Zhicheng's face changed, and he wanted to get closer to take a look, but he was too far away and couldn't see anything.

The leaders were discussing among themselves.

"It's beautiful, but I thought it would be expensive. I didn't expect Tao Nanfeng to dig out a batch of inventory from the factory and sell it at half the price."

"It's beautiful, cheap, and consistent with the style of the Delhi complex. I have no objection."

"Mr. Fan mentioned to me last time that if the supply is sufficient, we might as well unify the facade styles of the five buildings."

Tao Nanfeng stood quietly with a smile on his face, waiting for the leaders' decision.

Fan Zhicheng said in a moderate voice, leaning down to Huang Jiafa, "Teacher, I am still worried about one thing... Will there be any quality problems with this unsalable inventory?"

Tao Nanfeng was very sharp-eyed and quick to respond: "Don't worry, this batch of inventory was ordered by an entrepreneur more than a decade ago, and was later left in the warehouse to gather dust due to political reasons. Prefabricated components made of reinforced concrete will not deteriorate."

Fan Zhicheng simply straightened up and looked into Tao Nanfeng's eyes: "What political factors? Can we use them now?"

Tao Nanfeng no longer concealed his aggressiveness; his eyes were sharp and his words were decisive.

"In May this year, the statement "Practice is the only criterion for testing truth" was announced, and emancipating the mind became a common saying among the people. Times have changed, and we designers should also emancipate our minds, learn from others, and innovate.

More than a decade ago, no one dared to use the traditional carved Baoxiang flower cement balustrades, but today, in the new era, we dare to use it, can use it, and it’s easy to use!

Architecture is solidified music and a recorder of years and time. Tongdeli is a historical building. If the towel factory dormitory building adjacent to it could continue its architectural features on the facade, it would be more visible.

If we want to make the towel factory dormitory building a model project in the city, it is not enough to just meet the functional requirements of the building. We should also pay attention to the artistry and local characteristics of the building. ”

Tao Nanfeng paused for a moment and smiled brightly, a smile as clear as water and as bright as flowers.

“Only by remembering history can we create the future; only by giving architecture uniqueness can it be remembered!”

After a moment's silence, applause broke out.

The dean stood up amid the applause and waved his hand: "Modify the design plan and unify the facade style!"

Fan Yajun was so excited that she was trembling a little and gave Tao Nanfeng a thumbs up.

Fan Zhicheng's feet seemed to be nailed to the ground, unable to move at all. He felt so stiff that he couldn't even complete the simple movement of turning his neck.

His heart was screaming wildly: This is the stage I want! This is the life I want!

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