Community Cultures in Creating the Place-Bound Identity in Musi Riparian, Palembang
Year: 2015
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: The proximity to water bodies has a great influence in shaping an urban built environment. Water cultures such as flood management, fishery, daily water supply, and water transportation are closely related to the establishment of settlements. This study aims to prove that in creating the place-bound identity, the physical structure are to be supported by activities of the community, especially in the Musi Riparian settlements. This study covers the Almunawar Arab community which has created a strong identity of the place. Islamic culture and physical condition of riparian environment has contributed to the unique character of this settlement. Data on physical environment is collected by field observation and in depth-interviews with community leaders are used to identify the cultural contribution of the community.
Authors: Maya Fitri, Sugeng Triyadi
Institution: Bandung Institute of Technology
Language: English
Subfield: Architecture
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W1044858246