A Study on the Physical Characteristics of the Selection of Location in Yangdong Village

Yangdong Village's spatial configuration is significantly influenced by solar radiation, with buildings strategically located to maximize sunlight exposure despite challenging terrain conditions. The study reveals that slope and elevation play critical roles in determining building site selection, often limiting suitable locations due to unfavorable solar access. By analyzing physical characteristics using a GIS database built on DEM (Digital Elevation Model), researchers separately assessed building sites based on type and position, confirming that natural environmental constraints shaped the village's layout. This finding highlights how human settlements adapt to and mitigate adverse conditions while optimizing resource utilization.

Kim, N.-A., & Jang, S.-H. (2014). A Study on the Physical Characteristics of the Selection of Location in Yangdong Village. Journal of the Korean Housing Association, 25(6), 49–56. https://doi.org/10.6107/jkha.2014.25.6.049