Mechanism of Industrial Heritage Renaissance under the
Theory of the Production of Space:
A Case Study of the Former Site of Guizhou Xinhua Printing Factory
Qi Zhu, Chen Wu
Abstract：Drawing on the theory of spatial production and perspective of symbolic consumption, this study constructs an
analytical framework for the mechanism of industrial heritage renaissance. Taking the former site of Guizhou
Xinhua Printing Factory site as a case study, the research reveals that the spatial reproduction of industrial heritage
is driven by three interrelated processes: symbolization, consumption, and socialization. Symbolization reconstructs
space as a cultural symbol through narrative expression, visual imagery, and place memory; consumption
transforms cultural capital into economic value through functional restructuring, business format renewal, and
experiential scene creation; socialization promotes the transition of space into a public shared platform through
enhanced accessibility and the integration of open functions. Furthermore, mixed assessment methods, such as
semantic analysis of online user reviews, consumer behavior surveys, and spatiotemporal heatmap monitoring, are
employed to validate the comprehensive effectiveness of the project in terms of cultural identity, economic benefits,
and social vitality. Based on these findings, the study proposes a generalized path for industrial heritage renaissance
across four dimensions: cultural value reconstruction, economic model innovation, integration of social functions, and
mechanisms of collaborative governance mechanisms. These insights offer both theoretical and practical guidance for
the preservation and adaptive reuse of industrial heritage in inland Chinese cities.
