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Research on Art Design
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Spatial Morphological Characteristics of Traditional Tujia Settlements from an Environmental Adaptation Perspective
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1. Department of Environmental Design, School of Fine Arts, South-Central Minzu University, Wuhan; 2. Department of Architecture, School of Fine Arts, South-Central Minzu University, Wuhan
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Keywords:
Traditional Tujia settlements; Stilted architecture (Diaojiaolou); Environmental adaptation; Spatial morphology; Pengjiazhai
- Abstract: Traditional Tujia settlements in the Wuling Mountain region have gradually developed spatial forms and organizational patterns featuring stilted architecture (Diaojiaolou) through long-term adaptation to complex mountainous terrain and a hot-summer and cold-winter climate, demonstrating pronounced environmental adaptability. Taking Pengjiazhai in Xuan’en County as a case study, this paper analyzes the spatial morphological characteristics and environmental adaptation strategies of the settlement across four hierarchical levels: settlement siting, street spaces, architectural spaces, and enclosure interfaces. The findings show that, through context-responsive site selection, a hierarchically structured street system, a clearly differentiated primary – secondary spatial organization, and flexible, adjustable enclosure constructions, Pengjiazhai achieves passive regulation of environmental factors such as solar radiation, wind, heat, and humidity. This low-energy, integrated adaptation model offers valuable design insights for context-responsive architectural practices in contemporary urban and rural construction.
- DOI: 10.35534/rad.0201001 (registering DOI)
- Cite: Xie, M. J., Tian, S., Shao, Z. Y, & Yang, J. J. (2026). Spatial Morphological Characteristics of Traditional Tujia Settlements from an Environmental Adaptation Perspective — A Case Study of Pengjiazhai, Xuan’en County. Research on Art Design, 2(1), 1−13.
