Creating a sustainable urban ecosystem: the Azheke village model

Author:

Wu YutingORCID,Azmi AthiraORCID,Ibrahim RahinahORCID,Ghafar Azmiah Abd,Salih Sarah AbdulkareemORCID

Abstract

PurposeWith rapid urbanization, cities are facing various ecological and environmental problems. Living in harmony with nature is more important than ever. This paper aims to evaluate the ecosystem and ecological features of Azheke village, a key component of the Hani Rice Terraces World Cultural Heritage in China. The focus is on exploring effective ways to improve the relationship between humans and the natural environment through urban design in order to create a livable and sustainable city that can promote the development of sustainable smart urban ecology design.Design/methodology/approachThis study conducted a systematic literature review to answer the following research questions: (1) How does Azheke design achieve harmony between humans and nature? (2) What are the effective approaches to improve the relationship between humans and nature within urban ecosystems? (3) How can urban design learn and integrate from Azheke’s ecological features to improve the relationship between humans and nature?FindingsAzheke sustains long-term human-nature harmony through traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) and efficient natural resource use. By incorporating biophilic design and nature-based solutions from Azheke, along with biodiversity-friendly urban planning, we can boost urban ecosystem health and create unique Azheke-inspired urban designs.Research limitations/implicationsThis research primarily focuses on the human-nature relationship, exploring design strategies based on biodiversity without delving into the interactions between other components of urban ecosystems, such as social-cultural and economic components.Originality/valueThis paper provides a new perspective and strategies for developing sustainable and smart urban ecology design. These findings can provide theoretical references for urban planners, designers and decision-makers.

Publisher

Emerald

Subject

Urban Studies,Building and Construction,Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment,Civil and Structural Engineering,Architecture,Cultural Studies

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