Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the success of ancient architecture craftsmen in Huili Town, Zhejiang Province, showcasing their skills in restoring and constructing historical buildings, which has led to economic prosperity and cultural preservation in the region [1][3]. Group 1: Craftsmanship and Economic Impact - Huili Town is home to over 3,000 craftsmen specializing in ancient building restoration, contributing to a "wealth through craftsmanship" model [1][3]. - The craftsmen have successfully restored over 500 projects, with more than 200 being key cultural heritage sites at the national and provincial levels [3]. - The establishment of a "common prosperity workshop" has generated nearly 10 million yuan in annual output, providing stable monthly incomes exceeding 10,000 yuan for local craftsmen [3][4]. Group 2: Cultural and Educational Initiatives - The ancient architecture skills museum has attracted 70,000 youth for study in two years, promoting local culture and education [4]. - A new village hall is being constructed to serve as a cultural landmark and community center, enhancing local engagement and tourism [4][6]. - Local craftsmen are actively involved in teaching and mentoring the next generation, with initiatives like the "Dashi Academy of Cultural Relics and Historical Architecture" [8][10]. Group 3: Challenges and Future Directions - Despite the growing market for ancient architecture, there is a talent gap, prompting efforts to attract younger individuals into the field [6][12]. - Experienced craftsmen are documenting their techniques and experiences to create valuable resources for training young apprentices [6][8]. - The integration of ancient architecture with rural tourism is seen as a pathway to further economic development and community enrichment [6][12].

姑苏区住建委针对东麒麟巷17号华宅的修缮，则聚焦清代民居特色的传承。这座始建于乾隆年间的 古建筑，曾是蒋氏旧宅，后为华庚生所有，1983年被列为苏州市控制保护古建筑。此次施工对华宅的门 厅、轿厅、大厅进行局部揭顶维修，解决了屋面漏雨问题，为房屋提供了良好的防水保障，让这座见证 苏州近代史的老宅重新焕发光彩。 近日，姑苏区承德里、斑竹巷7号周宅、东麒麟巷17号华宅等多处历史建筑修缮工程相继竣工。这 批承载着苏州古城记忆的老建筑，在保留历史风貌的同时消除安全隐患，兼顾现代生活需求，让百年文 脉在保护与更新中焕发新生。 承德里作为苏州现存较完整的海派里弄式民国住宅建筑群，历经半年修缮于近期重现风华。这片始 建于民国时期的红色洋瓦民居建筑群，因年代久远曾面临屋面渗漏、木构破损等问题。此次修缮严格采 用传统工艺，揭换受损瓦片与木椽，复原红色清水墙面、修补残损木构件、原样修复木门木窗的同时， 新增室内卫生间等生活设施，既守住历史风貌，又提升宜居性，满足居民实际需求。如今，修缮后的承 德里红墙映日，弄堂整洁，重新成为观前街西头的一道人文风景线。 位于斑竹巷的周宅则展现了清末民初中西合璧的建筑魅力。这座分南北两路布局的老宅， ...