Objective: Housing is one of society's basic needs. Due to population growth and excessive construction, issues such as non-standard and climate-incompatible designs, as well as a decrease in residential space quality, have emerged. This has led to increased consumption of non-renewable fuels and environmental pollution. The most appropriate solution to these problems is therefore to turn to local and sustainable architecture. As a necessity in the field of architecture, its most important goal is to design in harmony with the climate and create suitable living spaces. The purpose of this research is therefore to 'achieve effective solutions for designing sustainable and climate-compatible housing in Sari, improving environmental comfort and reducing dependence on fossil fuels'.
Method: This descriptive-analytical qualitative study is practical in terms of its purpose. Information was collected through library and field studies. First, the native square of Shahr-Sari was sampled through fieldwork, and then the characteristics and components of native and sustainable architecture were examined and analyzed.
Results: The research findings show that the native houses in Sari have a number of features that contribute to the functional sustainability of the buildings and the creation of a comfortable environment. These factors include extroversion; connection and interaction between nature and architecture; the form, geometry, and physical structure of the building; native and recyclable materials; flexible spaces; proportion and balance; and adaptation to the regional climate. These factors form the main dimensions of Mazandaran's native architecture.
Conclusions: The results of the research have shown that the indigenous architectural characteristics of traditional Sari houses include three dimensions. 1. Physical: the application of indigenous and sustainable characteristics and components in the design of the building's physical and functional spaces. 2. Structural elements: The use of indigenous and sustainable materials and equipment. 3. Bioclimatic design: Adhering to design principles based on the local climate in order to adapt living spaces to the surrounding environment. By applying these principles, sustainable housing can be achieved that is compatible with the Sari climate.