Xiaomin Jin
OSGF
Interdisciplinary Residency, Five-Week, Session I
Xiaomin Jin is a researcher whose work explores the cross-cultural transmission of garden plants and the diverse symbolic and spiritual meanings they hold across different societies. Their research examines how plants move between cultures, carrying layered histories and interpretations that shape both designed landscapes and cultural narratives.
In addition, Xiaomin is deeply interested in the ways environmental and climate change impact the landscapes surrounding architectural monuments. Their work considers how shifting ecological conditions can transform not only the physical environment but also the spatial and cultural identities of these historic sites, offering new perspectives on the relationship between nature, heritage, and place.