Architectural Harmony: Passive Solar Design and Bear-Resistant Homes

Explore innovative architectural solutions for sustainable living and wildlife coexistence in this TEDxChengdu talk by architect Jia Guo. Discover her groundbreaking projects on the Tibetan Plateau, including passive solar dormitories and bear-resistant houses. Learn how local materials and traditional craftsmanship are integrated into green, low-carbon construction techniques. Gain insights into macro energy planning and practical approaches to harmonious coexistence with nature. Understand how these architectural designs address human-wildlife conflicts while promoting a better quality of life through rational and implementable solutions. Guo's work, recognized by the UN-Habitat UIA2030 Award, showcases her commitment to cultural heritage preservation, rural revitalization, and sustainable development in Sichuan and the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau region.