Genetic Characteristics of Spatial Network Structures in Traditional Bouyei Village Architecture in Central Guizhou

Yiran Zhang and Zongsheng Huang ()
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Yiran Zhang: College of Forestry, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China
Zongsheng Huang: College of Architecture & Urban Planning, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China

Sustainability, 2025, vol. 17, issue 4, 1-15

Abstract: Traditional villages are irreplaceable cultural heritage sites, and studying their architectural spatial networks is key to preserving both the villages and their culture. This research focuses on four Bouyei villages in Central Guizhou, using social network analysis, spatial gene theory, and diversity analysis to explore their architectural spatial network characteristics. Findings include the following: (1) Zhenshan Village has the best network condition, while that or the others is average; (2) all the villages show low vulnerability Cp-1 genes; (3) Bouyei architectural networks are stable and continuous; and (4) the network is influenced by military culture, feng shui, agricultural culture, Buyi ethnic spiritual beliefs (Mo Belief Culture), topographical conditions, and modern planning interventions. The study aims to deepen the understanding of the cultural values and spatial layout characteristics of traditional villages, while preserving the cultural heritage of traditional settlements and ethnic minorities.

Keywords: traditional villages; Bouyei nationality; building space network; spatial gene; central Guizhou (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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