Climate Adaptability Analysis of Traditional Dwellings in Mountain Terraced Areas: A Case Study of ‘Mushroom Houses’ in the Hani Terraces of Yunnan, China

Traditional Hani 'Mushroom Houses' in the Honghe Rice Terraces of Yunnan, China, demonstrate remarkable climate adaptability through passive design strategies that stabilize indoor environments despite high temperatures, humidity, and significant diurnal variations. A 30-year meteorological analysis revealed that building orientation (northwest-facing), multi-story zoning, thick walls, and thatched roofs play critical roles in regulating thermal comfort. Field measurements confirmed the effectiveness of natural ventilation and climate-buffering storage layers in maintaining stable conditions. The study provides empirical evidence for optimizing traditional dwellings to enhance insulation and ventilation, offering sustainable solutions for similar climatic regions.

Hu, L., Liu, Y., Li, X., & Yan, P. (2025). Climate Adaptability Analysis of Traditional Dwellings in Mountain Terraced Areas: A Case Study of ‘Mushroom Houses’ in the Hani Terraces of Yunnan, China. Atmosphere, 16(5), 608. https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos16050608