Fusion of Civilization under and above Ground: Design Concept of Xu Xianxiu Tomb Fresco Museum

The paper aims at designing for Xu Xianxiu tomb fresco of North Qi Dynasty and also protecting it, which is located in Wangjiafeng village of Taiyuan, Shanxi, according to the characteristics of the traditional local architecture--quadrangle. Modern constructional materials are employed to build the main space, while beam-like truss structure and steel structure are combined to demonstrate modern technology level of Xu Xianxiu tomb fresco museum and its deep cultural essence as well. The authors designed and accomplished the blue print of Xu Xianxiu tomb fresco museum, for people to effectively protect, reasonably exhibit and utilize this human treasure.