Style evolution rules of Tibetan dwellings in the Amdo Tibetan region: An architectural typology perspective

Tibetan dwellings in Jiuzhaigou Valley, part of the Amdo Tibetan region, are evolving toward originality in design, modernity in structure, and autonomy in construction. This shift reflects a blend of cultural influences and environmental interactions, with rural settlements shaped by local managers, villagers, and their surroundings. The study employed architectural typology to classify folk styles through field research and a quantitative framework ('classified-iconic index-characteristic calculation index'), revealing how these factors manifest in dwelling appearances. These findings offer new theoretical perspectives for residential landscape studies and inform conservation strategies for ethnic areas, supporting rural revitalization efforts.

Zhu, S., Liu, H., He, M., & Yao, Y. (2023). Style evolution rules of Tibetan dwellings in the Amdo Tibetan region: An architectural typology perspective. Journal of Chinese Architecture and Urbanism, 5(2), 880. https://doi.org/10.36922/jcau.0880