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Chiayi City capital of wood 2.0 Work Settlement : A library of textiles created using invasive plant species

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Taiwan
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Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Chiayi City
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Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Chiayi City

About Project

This project aims to achieve harmony for a sustainable daily life through three main programs.

First, the 'experimental wood workshop' is created. Eight Japanese-style dormitories within the dormitory cluster are transformed into an “Experimental Wood Workshop,” establishing it as the first experimental woodworking factory in Chiayi City. It serves as a platform for the industry, government, and academia to promote the culture of the wood industry.

Second, 'local revitalization and site promotion' focuses on promoting local revitalization. The dormitory cluster is designated as the “Chiayi City Wood Capital 2.0 Work Cluster.” By utilizing idle spaces and enabling young people to reside there and participate in renovating wooden buildings, the cluster fosters a strong connection between local industries and young entrepreneurs, attracting young individuals from outside the region to return and start businesses.

Lastly, 'renovation in lieu of rent' focuses on integrating private resources. The Chiayi Old Prison Dormitory Cluster, a long-term idle space provided by the public sector, is being renovated with the participation of private funds through the “Buy-It-Back Program.” The Buy-It-Back Program is a public-private investment initiative that encourages community involvement. This approach differs from the previous model, where the government solely invested in renovations and outsourced the operation, by allowing operators to run businesses in the new mixed-use spaces.

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