The Tujia people have a long history and unique cultural traditions.The folk-house art found in western Hubei Province,P.R.China,is a typical representation of Tujia culture.Its external form,inner dealings,and its fit with the nature not only are the results of a perfect combination of practicality,aesthetics,and the combination of buildings with the environment,but these traits also embody the Tujia people's understanding of life and beauty.This article tries to find the deep-seated cultural foundations and spirits of Tujia traditional housing by researching and analyzing the aesthetic characteristics of its architectural form.The article also takes in the design essence of Tujia traditional housing for use in modern construction.