Run-down neighborhood restored in Nanjing

NANJING: Li Caifeng, 95, had lived in her two-story house for decades, but a few years ago, she decided to lease the building to a local development company specializing in historical renovation, with the aim of ensuring its longevity.

She moved to an apartment nearby, keeping a close eye as the old house was converted into a coffee shop. Apart from necessary renovations, many original features remain unchanged, from the general layout to the brick walls.