"Nest-Owner") is the inventor of houses and buildings, according to ancient Chinese mythology.

He is an obscure figure, also known as Da Chao (大巢).

[3] Tradition holds that he ruled over China for 200 years from 3162–2962 BC.

[citation needed] According to Han Feizi, people could avoid harm from animals with the help of buildings made from wood, which was taught by Youchao.

[4] There is the legend of the Four Clans (四氏), who took part in creating the world.