Xiaoying Li

With the advancement of rural construction, the transformation of traditional kitchens faces issues such as uniform design, destruction of traditional aesthetics, high costs, and difficulties in localization, which affect the quality of kitchen renovations and the living standards of villagers. This study explores methods for kitchen transformation in traditional residences of Northwest Yunnan under low-technology strategies, aiming to enhance the quality of rural kitchens while preserving traditional aesthetics. Through field research, case analysis, and climate simulation, a kitchen renovation plan tailored to Tangfang Village in Yunnan Province was developed and implemented, including measures for optimizing functional flow, improving ventilation and lighting, enhancing water supply and drainage systems, increasing energy efficiency, and addressing insulation and moisture prevention. The renovated kitchens showed significant improvements in lighting, ventilation, and thermal comfort, with costs controlled within a reasonable range, achieving enhancements in architectural quality, user comfort, and endogenous motivation for autonomy. This research provides an operable model for rural construction, which, through low-technology strategies and collaborative creation models, not only enhances the functional use of rural kitchens but also preserves the cultural value of traditional architecture, holding significant importance for promoting sustainable rural development.