THE ACTIVATION AND INHERITANCE PATH OF FOLK HOUSE ARCHITECTURE IN YAO MOUNTAINOUS AREAS OF GUANGXI PROVINCE

Abstract

Guangxi Yao mountain residential architecture has unique architectural culture and regional cultural characteristics. The article first outlines and discusses the cultural background of Guangxi Yao mountain residential architecture, and then, through a literature survey, field research, and other methods, conducts an in-depth study of the architectural structure, architectural elements, and characteristics of Guangxi Yao mountain residential architecture and summarises the important influence elements between Yao mountain residential architecture and modern architecture. This paper provides a better theoretical basis and reference framework for the future architectural design of residential buildings in the mountainous areas of ethnic minorities by examining the cultural background and design methods of Yao mountain residential buildings in Guangxi. Its research results are a new exploration of the inheritance and innovation of traditional residential architecture.