BALI TRADITIONAL HOUSE

Balinese architecture is a vernacular architecture tradition of Balinese people that inhabits volcanic island of Bali,Indonesia. The Balinese architecture is a centuries-old architectural tradition influenced by Balinese culture developed fromHindu influences through ancient Javanese intermediary, as well as pre-Hindu elements

of native Balinese architecture.

Today, contemporary Balinese style is known as one of the most popular Asian tropical architecture, much owed to the growth of tourism industry in Bali that create demands on Balinese-style houses, cottages, villas and hotels. Contemporary Balinese architecture combines traditional aesthetic principles, island's abundance of natural materials, famous artistry and craftman ship of its people, as well as international architecture influences, new techniques and trends.

 

MATERIALS :

Balinese buildings are in complete harmony with the environment. They uses natural materials such as thatch roofing, bamboo poles, woven bamboo, coconut wood, teak wood, brick and stone. The thatched roof usually uses ijuk (black aren fibers), dried coconut or rumbia leafs, or sirap (hard wood shingles arranged like tiles) roof. Stones and red bricks are usually used as foundation and walls, while sandstone and andesite stone are usually carved as ornamentation...

Balinese people are known for their artistry, they has developed a sophisticated sculpting tradition that manifest in architecture rich ornamentation and interior decoration.Balinese temples and palaces are exquisitely decorated with rich ornamentations — both wooden and stone sculpting — usually depicts floral patterns. Balinese sculpture often served as gate guardians as twin dvarapalas flanking entrances. The gates itself are richly decorated with kala's head, floral ornaments, and vajra or ratna pinnacles. Other types of sculpture are often served as ornamentation, such as goddess or dragon waterspouts in bathing places.

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