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Regenerative Design in Tibetan Regions: Place-Based Learning Through Storymaking

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The research embarks on an exploration of regenerative design principles applied within Tibetan regions, emphasizing the necessity of adopting Cultural Anthropology approaches to address the multifaceted environmental challenges prevalent in these areas. Harnessing the transformative potential of storytelling, the research underscores the pivotal role of narratives in reshaping humanity’s perception of its relationship with the natural world. This case study of the Tibetan region, specifically the Gyalrong community, highlights the bridging role played by external design teams in facilitating respectful exchanges, wherein participants collectively engage in place-based practices characterized by introspection and concerted action. Key lessons gleaned from the research include the importance of experiencing place from ecological, spiritual, cultural, and community perspectives; crafting narratives for place-based learning; transcending knowledge silos through collective experiences; and cultivating awareness of the intricacies of relationship-building in Tibetan communities. These insights can catalyze further dialogues among transdisciplinary practitioners regarding research methods deeply rooted in place context for narrative creation through storytelling, thereby fostering a paradigmatic shift toward a regenerative, collective learning climate

keywords: place-based learning; storytelling; regenerative design