The institute, a university-level research entity, is dedicated to cutting-edge fields such as modern creative space design theory, garden architecture culture and tourism planning, regional cultural heritage conservation, and ecological resource management for sustainable urban–rural development. It functions as a think tank that supports academic institutions, Shanghai municipal authorities, and national socio-economic initiatives through robust industry–academia–research collaboration.
Building on the strengths of the School of Art Design and Media, the institute places a strong emphasis on landscape architecture education while fostering interdisciplinary innovation. By establishing collaborative innovation systems that integrate government, industry, academia, and application, it enhances the synergy between theoretical research, cross-disciplinary exploration, and practical implementation. This approach drives the continuous advancement and real-world application of landscape architecture, earning the institute wide recognition within professional circles.
Actively partnering with the university’s flagship programs, international universities, national and provincial industry associations, and leading enterprises, the institute expands its influence through joint research projects, academic conferences, and platform development, thereby extending its impact across academic, industrial, and societal domains.
