Hsiang-Chin Chen
Name Hsiang-Chin Chen
Email
Office Tel No. 05-6315896
Job Title Associate Professor
Research Expertise Community Building, Urban and Rural Tourism Planning, Cultural Heritage Preservation Systems, Architecture and Spatial Design, Participatory Design
Expertise
  • Community Development
  • Urban and Rural Tourism Planning
  • Cultural Heritage Conservation Systems
  • Architecture and Spatial Design
  • Participatory Design
Position Class Advisor, 1st Year Class A
Education
  • Ph.D. in Urban Planning, University of the Ryukyus, Japan
  • M.S. in Housing and Environmental Engineering, Kyoto Prefectural University, Japan
  • B.S. in Architecture, Kyoto Seika University, Japan
Experience
  • Associate Professor, Department of Leisure and Recreation, National Formosa University (2021/08–Present)
  • Advisory Committee Member, Community Planner Consultation and Guidance Committee, Urban and Rural Development Department, Yunlin County Government (2008/08–Present)
  • Committee Member, Urban Planning Committee, Dounan Township, Yunlin County (2020/01–Present)
  • Committee Member, National Land Planning Review Committee, Yunlin County Government (2019/01–2021/12)
  • Committee Member, Urban Design Review Committee, Yunlin County Government (2019/01–2021/12)
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Leisure and Recreation, National Formosa University (2005/08–2021/07)
  • Committee Member, Urban Renewal and Dispute Resolution Review Committee, Yunlin County Government (2019/01–2019/12)
  • Visiting Scholar, International Planning Research Laboratory, Department of Spatial Planning, TU Dortmund University, Germany (2017/02–2018/01)
  • Director, Xingzhong Campus Development (New Campus Development), National Formosa University (2011/08–2013/07)
  • Director, Public Affairs Division, Secretariat Office, National Formosa University (2008/08–2010/07)
  • Assistant Professor, Graduate Institute of Environment and Art, College of Humanities, Nanhua University (2002/08–2005/07)
  • Advisory Committee Member, Community Planner Consultation and Guidance Committee, Urban Development Bureau, Taichung City Government (2005/08–2019/12)
  • Committee Member, Regional Environmental Planning System Committee, Kyushu Chapter, Architectural Institute of Japan (2003/04–Present)
  • Researcher, Urban Science and Policy Research Institute, Ryukyu, Japan (Consulting Firm) (1998/04–2000/03)
  • Researcher, Atsushi Ueda Urban Architecture Institute, Kyoto, Japan (Consulting Firm) (1994/04–1996/03)
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Hsiang-Chin Chen

2024 Urban Planning Institute of the Republic of China “Japan–Taiwan Urban Planning Scholarship” – Academic Paper Award

Advised Student (Chen Tzu-Yu)

2019 8th Tourism Elite Cup National Itinerary Design Competition – Final Round Honorable Mention

Advised Students (Chen Hui-Ju, Chen Tzu-Yu, Yang Ling-Long)

2019 8th Tourism Elite Cup National Itinerary Design Competition – Final Round Honorable Mention

Advised Students (Chang Chi-Yuan, Li Mei-Ying, Ko Yu-Chun)

2021 University Anniversary National College and Senior High School Student Project Competition – Third Place, College of Humanities and Sciences

Advised Students (Lin Shih-Yun, Chen Hui-Ju, Chen Tzu-Yu, Shen Chun-Hao)

11th Rural Revitalization Competition for College Students – Humanistic Care Award

Advised Students (Chen Tzu-Yu, Chen Hui-Ju, Lin Shih-Yun, Shen Chun-Hao)

 

 

  1. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on the Planning and Design of Park Roads during the Japanese Colonial Period and Their Subsequent Development – A Case Study of Tainan City,” 2024 26th Conference on Leisure, Recreation, and Tourism and International Forum, Chinese Association of Innovative Information and Applied Statistics (2024)
  2. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on the Application of Interdisciplinary Teaching in Local Engagement Learning Courses – A Case Study of the College of Humanities and Sciences, National Formosa University,” 2024 International Conference on Interdisciplinary Innovation and AI Applications, Chinese Association of Innovative Information and Applied Statistics (2024)
  3. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on the Planning and Design of Park Roads during the Japanese Colonial Period and Their Subsequent Development – A Case Study of Tainan City,” 2024 Conference on Leisure, Recreation, and Tourism and International Forum (2024)
  4. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on Learning Satisfaction in Interdisciplinary Teaching Applied to Local Engagement Learning – A Case Study of the College of Humanities and Sciences, National Formosa University,” CAIIAS 2024 International Conference on Interdisciplinary Innovation and AI Applications (2024)
  5. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Planning Study on the Reuse of the Xiao Family Tobacco Barn in Dapu Community, Gukeng Township,” 2023 International Conference on Interdisciplinary Innovation and Design Integration, Department of Creative Design, National Yunlin University of Science and Technology (2023)
  6. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Comparative Study on the Evolution of Garrison Hospital Layouts in Taiwan and Japan during the Japanese Colonial Period,” 2022 18th Conference on Spatial and Design Academic Papers and Design Works, Chienkuo Technology University, Changhua (2022)
  7. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Preliminary Study on Participatory Design Learning Applied to Local Industry Development – Teaching Research on Problem-Based Learning and KJ Method in University Courses,” 2022 Conference on Sustainable Development of Leisure and Sports during Major Epidemics, National Yunlin University of Science and Technology (2022)
  8. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “An EGM Study on School-Based Curriculum Planning and Outcomes in Remote Elementary Schools – A Case Study of Yixian Elementary School, Erlun Township, Yunlin County,” 2016 Conference on ‘Illuminating New-Generation Education’ and the 35th Curriculum and Instruction Forum, National Chiayi University (2016)
  9. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “An EGM Study on Participation in Leisure Courses and Changes in Lifestyle Habits – A Case Study of Members of the Taixi First Senior Learning Center, Yunlin County,” 2016 Conference on Leisure Health and Senior Industry Development Trends, Tajen University (2016)
  10. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on Community Capacity and Implementation Effectiveness in the Ministry of the Interior Flagship Project – A Case Study of Xiushui Township, Changhua County,” 2016 20th National Student Conference on Leisure, Tourism, and Recreation, Dayeh University (2016)
  11. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “Cultural Heritage Preservation and Utilization in ‘Regional Tourism’ (I) – Implementation Strategies for Preserving ‘Traditional Settlement Groups’ and ‘Cultural Landscapes’ in Japan,” International Conference on Eco-City and Sustainable Urban-Rural Development, Nanhua University (2015)
  12. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Cultural Heritage Preservation and Utilization in ‘Regional Tourism’ (II) – A Comparative Study of Cultural Landscape Preservation and Promotion between Taiwan and Japan,” International Conference on Eco-City and Sustainable Urban-Rural Development, Nanhua University (2015)
  13. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on Landscape Preferences of Building Setback Spaces in the Cultural Affairs Bureau Area of Hsinchu County,” 2013 15th Conference on Leisure, Tourism, and Recreation and International Forum, Tunghai University (2013)
  14. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “An Evaluation Structure Study of Members of the ‘Traditional Puppetry Club’ at National Formosa University from the Perspective of Serious Leisure Theory,” 2013 15th Conference on Leisure, Tourism, and Recreation and International Forum, Tunghai University (2013)
  15. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on Environmental Investigation and Resident Evaluation in Jianguo Villages 1 and 2, Huwei Township,” 2011 Architectural Research Conference, Architectural Institute of the Republic of China, Chung Yuan Christian University (2011)
  16. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Preliminary Study on the Revitalization of Zhongxin Market in Taichung City,” 2011 Architectural Research Conference, Architectural Institute of the Republic of China, Chung Yuan Christian University (2011)
  17. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Evaluation of Greening Landscape in Building Setback Spaces Using Semantic Differential Method – A Case Study of Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau Area,” 2011 Architectural Research Conference, Architectural Institute of the Republic of China, Chung Yuan Christian University (2011)
  18. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on Residents’ Awareness of Participation in Township-Level Landscape Master Planning – A Case Study of Kouhu Township, Yunlin County,” 2010 Architectural Research Conference, Architectural Institute of the Republic of China, Feng Chia University (2010)
  19. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “Park and Green Space System and Landscape Planning in Kyoto, Japan,” Symposium on Park and Green Space System Planning and Design Manual, National Taiwan University (2009)
  20. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Implementation and Effectiveness of the Building Line System in Hsinchu County Urban Landscape – A Case Study of the Cultural Center Area,” 2009 National Land Planning Forum, National Cheng Kung University (2009)
  21. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on the Relationship between Traditional Organizational Activities and Spatial Structure in Beigang,” 2008 Architectural Research Conference, Architectural Institute of the Republic of China, Shu-Te University (2008)
  22. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “The Development Process and Policy Transformation of Community Development in Taiwan (I),” 2005 Architectural Research Conference, Architectural Institute of the Republic of China, Taoyuan (2005)
  23. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “The Development Process and Policy Transformation of Community Development in Taiwan (II) – A Case Study of Chiayi County and Selected Communities,” 2005 Architectural Research Conference, Architectural Institute of the Republic of China, Taoyuan (2005)
  24. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “Large-Scale Expositions and Urban Planning – Examining the Future Possibilities of Taiwan EXPO through the Aichi EXPO,” Conference on Sustainable Urban-Rural Development and Cultural Studies, Nanhua University (2005)
  25. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “The Evolution of Detailed Planning Legal Systems in Taiwan from the Japanese Colonial Period to the Postwar Period (1895–1970s),” 2004 Joint Annual Conference of Urban Planning, Housing, Regional Science, and Regional Development Associations, Taipei (2004)
  26. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Characteristics of Spatial Evolution in Traditional Settlements and Residential Groups – A Case Study of Dexing Village, Puzi City,” 2004 Joint Annual Conference of Urban Planning, Housing, Regional Science, and Regional Development Associations, Taipei (2004)
  27. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “A Preliminary Study on Environmental Conservation Policies and Urban Planning in Japan,” Conference on Green Architecture and Humanities, Nanhua University (2004)
  28. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Formation of Alleyways under Taiwan’s Building Line System – No.1: Evolution and Characteristics,” 2001 Architectural Institute of Japan Annual Conference (Tokyo)
  29. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Formation of Alleyways under Taiwan’s Building Line System – No.2: Road Formation and Functions in Taichung Old Urban Areas,” 2001 Architectural Institute of Japan Annual Conference (Tokyo)
  30. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Field Study on the Influence of Autonomous Community Groups on Regional Revitalization – A Case Study of Yoshinoyama Area, Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture,” 1999 Architectural Institute of Japan Conference (Hiroshima)

 

  1. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on the Planning and Design of Park Roads during the Japanese Colonial Period and Their Subsequent Development – A Case Study of Tainan City,” Urban and Planning, Urban Planning Institute of the Republic of China (2025) under submission
  2. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on the Application of Interdisciplinary Teaching in Local Engagement Learning Courses – A Case Study of the College of Humanities and Sciences, National Formosa University,” Journal of National Formosa University (2024) under review
  3. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Local Revitalization Education through Participatory Design Learning – Teaching Research on Problem-Based Learning and KJ Method in University Courses,” Journal of Teaching Practice Research (2024) under review (Manuscript No.: 111010343)
  4. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “Local Revitalization Education through Participatory Design Learning – Teaching Research on Problem-Based Learning and KJ Method in University Courses,” Journal of Teaching Practice Research (2023) under review (Manuscript No.: 111010343)
  5. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “A Study on the Conservation of World Cultural Heritage in Japan – Exploring the Dual-System Implementation of ‘Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings’ and ‘Cultural Landscapes’,” Journal of Architecture, Republic of China, No. 113, pp. 87–113, Architectural Institute of the Republic of China (2020) Awarded Annual Best Paper Award (TSSCI)
  6. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “An Analysis of the Effectiveness of Public Participation Policy Workshops – Landscape Master Plan of Kouhu Township, Yunlin County,” Journal of National Formosa University, Vol. 34, No. 4, pp. 31–48, National Formosa University (2019) (EI)
  7. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on Settlement Spatial Construction and Living Landscape – A Case Study of Xinji Village, Puzi City,” Journal of Environment and Art, No. 19, pp. 1–22, Nanhua University (2018) (EI)
  8. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on the Attractiveness Evaluation of Revitalization Models of Japanese Official Housing Clusters – A Case Study of Beidou Official Housing Area,” Journal of Environment and Art, No. 18, pp. 1–20, Nanhua University (2017) (EI)
  9. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “A Study on Strategies for Landscape and Park Green Space Development in Japan – A Case Study of Kyoto City,” Journal of Environment and Art, No. 10, pp. 91–108, Nanhua University (2011) (EI)
  10. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “A Historical Study of the Urban Planning Act of Taiwan by UHDC and UN Advisory Consultation,” Journal of Environment and Art, No. 9, pp. 47–67, Nanhua University (2011) (EI)
  11. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “Cultural Landscape Preservation and Green Environment Development in Kyoto,” Urban and Rural Quarterly, No. 9, pp. 44–49, Construction and Planning Agency, Ministry of the Interior (2010)
  12. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “Mega-Exposition Planning Strategies and the Transformation of Urban and Rural Environments – A Comparative Study of the Aichi Expo in Japan and Taiwan Expo,” Journal of Environment and Art, No. 6, pp. 1–18, Nanhua University (2008) (EI)
  13. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “A Study on the Institutional Formation of Urban and Rural Landscapes and the Implementation of Landscape Planning in Japan – A Case Study of Kyoto City as a Tourist Area,” Journal of National Formosa University, Vol. 26, No. 1, pp. 81–96, National Formosa University (2007) (EI)
  14. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “The Development of Living Street Space Based on the Evolution of Huwei Township,” Dalunjiao Quarterly, No. 32, pp. 3–7, Dalunjiao Cultural and Educational Association (2006)
  15. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “A Preliminary Study on Environmental Conservation Policy and Urban Planning in Japan,” Journal of Environment and Art, Vol. 3, pp. 23–36, Nanhua University (2005) (EI)
  16. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “The Evolution of Detailed Planning Legal Systems in Taiwan from the Japanese Colonial Period to the Postwar Period (1895–1976),” Urban and Planning, Vol. 32, No. 3, pp. 301–323, Urban Planning Institute of the Republic of China (2005) (TSSCI)
  17. Chen Hsiang-Chin, “The Function of the Building Line System in Taiwan and the Formation of Existing Alleys – A Case Study of Taichung City,” Journal of Architecture and Planning (AIJ), Vol. 553, pp. 225–230 (2002)
  18. Chen Hsiang-Chin et al., “A Study on the Characteristics and Development Process of Urban Planning in Taichung City during the Japanese Colonial Period,” Journal of Architecture and Planning (AIJ), Vol. 550, pp. 209–215 (2001)
  19. Chen H.C., “BUILDING LINE SYSTEM AND THE ACTUAL CONDITION OF NARROW STREETS IN TAI-ZHONG CITY,” Faculty of Engineering, University of the Ryukyus, Vol. 62, pp. 7–14 (2001)
  20. “MEGA-EXPOSITION HOLDS STRATEGY AND CONVERSION OF CITY PLANNING: A STUDY ON COMPARISON BETWEEN JAPANESE AICHI EXPO AND TAIWANESE EXPO,” Journal of Environment and Art, pp. 1–18 (2008)

 

Research Projects

“Participatory Design for Local Revitalization Education (I) – Exploring Rural Charm in Dapu Community, Gukeng Township, Yunlin County,” (CCUREC110081201), (2021), Ministry of Education

“Developing Local Creative Practice Teaching through Intergenerational Collaboration (I) – A Case Study of Hougouzi, Dapi Township, Yunlin County,”
    (PSR1080015), (2019), Ministry of Education

“The Significance of Resident Participation in Township-Level Landscape Master Planning and the Establishment of the Landscape Act – A Case Study of Kouhu Township, Yunlin County,”
    (NSC99-2410-H-150-010), (2010), Ministry of Science and Technology

“A Historical Study of Postwar Urban Planning in Taiwan by the Urban Housing Development Committee (UHDC) (II),”
    (96-2415-H-150-002), (2007), Ministry of Science and Technology

“A Historical Study of Postwar Urban Planning in Taiwan by the Urban Housing Development Committee (UHDC) (I),”
    (95-2415-H-150-001), (2006), Ministry of Science and Technology

“The Evolution of Functions and Characteristics of Detailed Urban Planning Legal Systems in Taiwan from the Japanese Colonial Period to the Postwar Period (1895–1970s)”

(92-2415-H-343-004), (2003), Ministry of Science and Technology, etc.

Industry-Academia Collaboration Projects

  1. “Gukeng Vanilla Experimental Facility: Establishment and Marketing Promotion of a Sixth-Industry Base,” 2023 National Formosa University Office of Industry-Academia Cooperation and Services Project (2023), Project Director
  2. “Making Local ‘Ideas’ and ‘Products’ Visible Simultaneously – An Online Platform for Integration and Sharing of Local Resources,” 2019 National Formosa University Local Revitalization Pilot Project, Taiwan (2019), Co-Principal Investigator
  3. “Cultural Landscape Preservation and Maintenance Plan and Overall Planning Study for Dalunjiao, Huwei Township, Yunlin County,” Cultural Affairs Department, Yunlin County Government, Taiwan (2016), Co-Investigator
  4. “2015 Taichung City Community Planner Residency Guidance Project,” Taichung City Government, Taiwan (2015), Co-Principal Investigator
  5. “Landscape Master Plan of Kouhu Township, Yunlin County,” Kouhu Township, Yunlin County, Taiwan (2009), Project Director
  6. 112-AFB-02 ACS – Incubation Center Resident Company: Qiaosheng Industrial and Agricultural Cooperative – Startup Enterprise
  7. 109-AFB-01 ACS – Incubation Center Resident Company: Tuku International Co., Ltd. – Startup Enterprise

Other Projects

  1. 100-I-034 (***Proposal***) 2011 Ministry of Education “Study Abroad Dream Program” – Internship in Homestay and Agritourism Farm Management (Department of Leisure and Recreation) (Registered on 6/8)
  2. 100-I-034 (***Proposal***) 2011 Ministry of Education “Study Abroad Dream Program” – Internship in Homestay and Agritourism Farm Management (Department of Leisure and Recreation) (Registered on 6/8)
  3. 99-I-046 2010 Ministry of Education Information Volunteer Team Project – Yangcuo DOC

 

International Exchange

“NPO Okinawa Landscape Appreciation Association” 2018/09/14–2018/09/17

Books

  1. “Cultural Landscape Preservation and Maintenance Plan and Overall Planning Study for Dalunjiao, Huwei Township, Yunlin County” August 2017, Yunlin County Government
  2. “Community Development for the General Public” 2008, Chan’s Arch Publishing, ISBN 978-957-705-365-7

Lectures

  1. “Aesthetic Planning in Community Development,” Chaoyang University of Technology, A-Zhao-Wu Community Cultural and Creative College / Aesthetic Master Lecture Series
  2. “Indigenous Craft Culture from the Perspective of Life Experience in Germany,” Pingtung County Local Revitalization Design Transformation Project for Indigenous Communities
  3. 2018 “Xiao Ren Ti Project”
  4. “Concepts of Community Planning,” Taichung City Community Planner Training Program – Coastal Area Basic Workshop
  5. “Hospitality Etiquette and Tour Guiding Skills,” Yongpeng Towel Factory / Jinpeng Parent-Child Experience Center

Teaching Awards and Achievements

  1. Outstanding Mentor Award, Academic Year 2020
  2. Architectural Institute of Taiwan, 2020 Journal Paper Award
  3. Feng Tian Community, Dapi Township – Community Guidance / Local Revitalization Project
  4. Dapu Community, Gukeng Township – Community Guidance
  5. Tuku Cocoa Estate – Assistance in Promoting Local Revitalization Project