The screen wall in Chinese architecture is not just for decorative purposes!

    Screen wall is a wall used to block the view in traditional architecture in China, Vietnam, and Ryukyu. The function of a folding screen is similar to that of a screen wall, which is directly referred to as a screen in the Ryukyu language.
    The screen wall can be located inside or outside the gate, the former being called the inner screen wall and the latter being called the outer screen wall. The shape can be in a straight or octagonal shape, usually made of bricks and composed of three parts: seat, body, and top.

    In the old days, people believed that ghosts constantly visited their homes. If it is the soul of one's own ancestors that goes home, it is allowed, but if it is a solitary ghost that sneaks into the house, it will bring disaster to oneself. If there is a screen wall, ghosts will be scared away when they see their own shadow. Of course, the screen wall also has its functional function of blocking the view of outsiders, even if the door is open, outsiders cannot see inside the house. The screen wall can also enhance the atmosphere and increase the momentum of the residence.

    The residential gate faces the main road or street and can be covered by a screen wall. The screen wall can be located outside the gate or inside the gate, and its function and function are to prevent wind and evil spirits.

    According to Feng Shui, whether it's a river or an airflow, it's taboo to go straight. The setting of the screen wall can buffer the airflow coming directly towards the entrance, block the impact of strong external airflow on the interior of the residence, and coordinate the flow rate of the external airflow with the flow speed of the air inside the residence, so as not to have a significant impact on human health and fortune. The screen wall can block the impact of airflow, create vitality, and twist the aura, thereby condensing the popularity and wealth of the courtyard.