Amy Tang
Assistant Professor in Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Engineering
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Biography
Dr Amy Tang is an Assistant Professor in Architecture and Urban Design, at the Department of Architecture and Built Environment at the University of Nottingham. She primarily teaches modules within the Master of Architecture in Sustainable Urban Design programme. Her research and teaching focus on a broad range of topics, including sustainable urban design theory and practice, urban transformation and urban identity, public space and urban life, sustainable housing and rural settlement in China, industrial conservation and redevelopment in China; philosophies, theories and practices of the traditional Chinese architectural and urban design; urban spatial design strategies and approaches; historical conservation and regeneration, and traditional Chinese architectural and urban design philosophies. She also explores urban spatial design strategies, historic conservation and regeneration, as well as the socio-cultural and historical dimensions of sustainability in urban contexts. Her research emphasises the relationship between urban design theory and its practical applications, particularly within Chinese context.
Dr Tang holds a Bacnelor of Engineering in City Planning and Urban Design from Tianjin University in China and completed her Master's degree in Architecture and Urban Design at the University of Nottingham. In 2012, she earned her PhD in Architecture. Dr Tang has been actively involved in teaching and tutoring in architecture and urban design over two decades and has been a full-time faculty member since 2008 at the University of Nottingham.
Dr Amy Tang is a part of the Architecture, Culture and Tectonics (ACT) Research Group.
Teaching Summary
Dr. Amy Tang is the Course Director for the MArch in Advanced Architecture Design, a role she has held since its relaunch in August 2021. She previously led the MArch in Sustainable Urban Design from… read more
Research Summary
Dr Tang's research focuses on a wide range of areas, including urban regeneration, historic conservation and development, community health and well-being, public realm design, inclusive design for… read more
Recent Publications
CAROLINE YEO, ASHLEIGH CHARLES, FELIX LEWNDOWSKI, PESACH LICHTENBERG, STEFAN RENNICK-EGGLESTONE, MIKE SLADE, YUE TANG, JIJIAN VORONKA and LUCELIA RODRIGUES, 2024. Healing Houses systematic review: design, sustainability, opportunities and barriers facing Soteria and peer respite development Journal of Mental Health. 1-12
Dr. Amy Tang is the Course Director for the MArch in Advanced Architecture Design, a role she has held since its relaunch in August 2021. She previously led the MArch in Sustainable Urban Design from 2012 to 2015. As a key member of the Department of Architecture and Built Environment's postgraduate teaching group, Dr. Tang plays a pivotal role in improving and developing MArch programmes. She is actively involved in welcoming new postgraduate students, organising social events, and providing administrative support to enhance the overall student experience.
Dr. Tang has delivered high-quality teaching, assessment, and moderation across 15 modules during her career, spanning undergraduate and postgraduate levels at the University of Nottingham UK (UNUK) and University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC). She convenes an average of three modules per year, including urban design studio, architecture and urbanism research, accounting for over 100 credits.
Dr. Tang is recognised for her innovative teaching methods, module improvements, and programme development, earning consistently high praise from students, external examiners, and department leaders. She designed bespoke professional skills training programs covering teamwork, time management, and presentation workshops, and frequently collaborates with external experts to give students opportunities to engage with top developers, urban designers, and architects. Her commitment to fostering a rich international student experience has been instrumental in the success of her programmes.
As an experienced and highly regarded personal tutor, Dr. Tang is known for her humility, openness, and fairness. Her support and contributions are valued by both her peers and students. She has provided strong support for students requiring learning assistance, helping many to achieve their degrees.
Current Research
Dr Tang's research focuses on a wide range of areas, including urban regeneration, historic conservation and development, community health and well-being, public realm design, inclusive design for elderly living, and waterfront settlement and regeneration. Over the past five years, Dr Tang has concentrated on waterfront regeneration and the conservation of historic cultural settlements, alongside exploring social and cultural sustainability, sustainable dwelling and living, innovative architectural and urban design in historical contexts, industrial conservation and redevelopment, and tourism development in conservation areas. This work has led to successful research funding bids, research-led teaching studio projects, PhD supervision, public consultations, invited presentations at conferences and seminars, and international research collaborations, with several ongoing publications.
Future Research
Dr Tang's future research will continue to build on collaborative, interdisciplinary approach, involving international partnerships, multi-sectoral engagements, and in-depth case study analysis. As she works with current PhD students and visiting scholars, she will expand her focus on key areas such as cultural heritage and waterfront regeneration, sustainable urban regeneration strategies, urban spatial design principles, peri-urban development, and age-friendly community development. These themes are central to advancing research that addresses contemporary urban challenges while preserving historical and cultural integrity.
Dr Tang actively welcomes applications from PhD candidates across Home, EU, and international regions who are interested in the following research areas:
- Conservation planning and design in historical towns and cities
- Waterfront development and regeneration
- Industrial conservation and redevelopment
- Social and cultural sustainability
- Urban spatial design principles and practice
- Age-friendly living and community development
- Tourism development in conservation area
- Future cities and integrated design
As Dr Tang's research progresses, she aims to foster greater collaboration and innovation in these fields, contributing to the development of more sustainable, inclusive, and culturally rich urban environments worldwide.
CAROLINE YEO, ASHLEIGH CHARLES, FELIX LEWNDOWSKI, PESACH LICHTENBERG, STEFAN RENNICK-EGGLESTONE, MIKE SLADE, YUE TANG, JIJIAN VORONKA and LUCELIA RODRIGUES, 2024. Healing Houses systematic review: design, sustainability, opportunities and barriers facing Soteria and peer respite development Journal of Mental Health. 1-12 FENG LIU, KAICHENG WANG, YUE TANG and HESHENG ZHAO, 2019. A study of Renewal Strategies for Old Industrial Building Skin based on Transparency Industrial Construction. 49(04), 69-75 KAICHENG WANG, FENG LIU and YUE TANG, 2019. Analysis of the Spatial Characteristics of Stanley Resso Residence Housing Science. 39(3), 42-47 FENG LIU, ZHENYU HU, YUE TANG and JIANGTAO XIE, 2019. Study on Natural Visibility Measurement of Public Space in Primary and Secondary Schools Science Technology and Engineering. 19(33), 1902970 FENG LIU, YE ZHAO, RENFENG GUO and YUE TANG, 2019. The Reform of Architectural Teaching Course Based on Design Research: “设计研究”在建筑学二年级课程设计中的探索与实践 Huazhong Architecture: 华中建筑. 39(05), 114-119 HU, Y., HEATH, T., TANG, Y. and ZHANG, Q., 2017. Using Quantitative Analysis to Assess the Appropriateness of Infill Buildings in Historic Settings Journal of Architectural and Planning Research. 34(2), 1 ABAID, I and TANG, Y, 2016. Life in public spaces of neighbourhoods: a case study of Misurata City, Libya In: 12th International Symposium on Urban Planning and Environment, Lisbon, Portugal.
SHOLIHAH, A.B., HEATH, T. and TANG, Y., 2014. Public Perceptions on Street Image and Place Attachment of a Traditional Street: The Case of Pecinan Street, Magelang In: ASEAUK Conference.
SHOLIHAH, A.B., HEATH, T.P. and TANG, Y., 2013. Assessing the Quality of Traditional South-East Asian Streets: Malioboro Street, Yogyakarta, Indonesia In: 7th Symposium on Asian Heritage: Saving Traditional Streets of Southeast Asia.
YUE TANG, 2012. In: KATHARINA BORSI, ed., Integrity, Order and Change: The Design Principles and Approaches of Traditional Chinese Built Environment 647-662
HEATH, T., ZHU, Y. and TANG, Y., 2010. Eco-Urbanism: towards sustainable city living In: International Symposium on Eco-Urbanism, Shanghai Expo, China. 10
HEATH, T. and TANG, Y., 2010. Beijing's hutong and siheyuan: conservation of an urban identity Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers. Municipal Engineer. 163(3), 155-161 HEATH, T., TANG, Y. and ZHU. Y., 2010. The revitalization and conservation of 19th century historical industrial quarters in the UK In: 2nd International Symposium on Architecture Heritage Preservation and Sustainable Development, Tianjin, China, 20-21 September 2010. 18-24
TANG, Y., 2009. Harmony between Man and Nature: Past, Present, and Future. In: HASELSBERGER, B.(EDS), ed., Planning as REAR VIEW MIRROR or CRYSTAL BALL?: Diversities of planning Cultures, Traditions, Identities TU Wien. 32
TANG, Y., 2009. Harmonised planning and design in Hong village Regions Magazine: Newsletter of the Regional Studies Association. 274(Supplement 1), 5-7
TANG, Y. and HEATH, T.P., 2008. Integrated urban spatial design as a harmonious media: bridging the divide between ‘old’ and ‘new’ in traditional Chinese towns and cities In: ACSP-AESOP 4th Joint Congress. n/a
TANG, Y., 2008. The Strategies for Chinese Urban and Architectural Development in the Context of Globalisation Urbanism and Architecture. 45(June), 22-24
TANG, Y., 2005. Huai'an Historical Area Planning and Conservation Design. In: HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, ed., China Institution of City Planning Distinction Student's Work (5th Year) Beijing: China Architecture & Building Press. 62-63
LIU, G. Y. (ET AL), 2002. Conservation Planning of 25 Historical Areas in Beijing Old City (Xianyukou Area). In: SHAN, J. X., ed., Conservation Planning of 25 Historical Areas in Beijing Old City Beijing: Beijing Yanshan Press. 353-383