Colonial Building Design Strategies for Tropical Climates (Case Study at SMPN 1 Lhokseumawe)
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Colonial buildings are the historical heritage of the Dutch colonial period and become a special attraction for a region. Colonial buildings still survive today because they have an adaptation strategy to the local climate, especially the tropical climate. The secondary-level school building of SMPN 1 Lhokseumawe in the north Aceh region as the object of this research, shows that colonial buildings can survive and function as educational facilities. It is important to analyse the design strategies of colonial buildings in the face of tropical climate challenges. This research is expected to add insight and inspiration to today's architectural practices in designing buildings that are adaptive to tropical climates and preserving colonial architectural heritage as part of Indonesia's cultural heritage. Qualitative research methods were chosen to carry out the research process through observation, interviews, and documentation. As a result of this research, it was found that the building of SMPN 1 Lhokseumawe implemented several strategies in the form of symmetrical and elongated building layouts, maximizing the direction of openings and shade from the shield roof, additional clerestory on the roof, the use of materials to adapt to the tropical climate. Despite many adjustments to the climate, this colonial building still retains its design and characteristics of colonial buildings.
Source: Idealogy Journal
Authors: Master of Architecture Study Program, Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh, Indonesia, Cut Nuzula Rahmah, Abdul Munir, Mirza Fuady
Institution: Universitas Syiah Kuala
Language: English
Subfield: Conservation
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4408419280