Architectural Aesthetics, Cultural Interaction, and Local Agency in Rural In-Migration Contexts
Rural in-migration is reshaping the visual and cultural landscape of many rural regions, often introducing new architectural aesthetics that influence the built environment. These changes have raised important questions about how local communities respond to the arrival of rural in-migrants and the architectural preferences they bring. Understanding whether locals adopt, resist, or reinterpret these external influences is vital for interpreting broader patterns of rural gentrification. This study positions architectural taste as a cultural indicator that reflects deeper social dynamics, offering a foundation for examining the complex interaction between migrants and long-term residents. Theoretical Foundation: Integrating Rural In-Migration and Acculturation To analyze the cultural consequences of rural in-migration, the study develops a two-dimensional matrix framework combining rural in-migration theory with acculturation theory. This integrative model helps clarify how aesthetic ...