Abstract:China has a long history, vast territory and rich ancient material and cultural heritage. If we want to preserve it, we must carry out in-depth research, and the research content should involve ancient history, architectural theory, engineering technology, gardening technology, aesthetics, painting, sculpture, religion and other aspects of knowledge. There is knowledge of social sciences as well as natural sciences; Both theoretical aspects of the discussion, and design, construction technology research. But it is not a long time for our country to study traditional architecture with modern scientific theory. The present situation of the research on traditional architecture and garden is that the research scope is wide, there are many problems to be studied, the research history is short, and there are fewer professionals. At present, we should focus on the history and theory of traditional architecture, structural theory and structural mechanics of traditional architecture, "specifications of traditional architecture", maintenance of traditional architecture and gardens, traditional crafts.