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2026.05.19 17:58 GMT+8

Hidden in the mountains: Discover rammed-earth architecture

Updated 2026.05.19 17:58 GMT+8
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Step into Shilong Village in Shaxi, Yunnan, and follow Linden to explore a rammed-earth building that appears to grow from the landscape itself. Blending traditional Bai-style craftsmanship with contemporary design, the structure is entirely hand-built using rammed-earth techniques. From shifting light to rich textures, the architecture reveals an organic aesthetic shaped by nature – offering a compelling and inspiring model for sustainable rural living today.

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