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This paper introduces and explores some solar energy technologies and strategies for the design of habitable rural houses based on case study of a design work, which was honorable mentioned in the 2015 International Solar Building Design Competition. Firstly, the fundamental climatic conditions of the site of the project are studied. Then, some solar building design strategies applied in the design are introduced and discussed based on analysis of environmental conditions, functional needs, local traditional building styles, as well as the needs for integration of solar building technology and other ecological building technologies in the design. Finally, further researches in the relevant areas are remarked.