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Banjar Traditional Architecture of the Tadah Alas Type in Cempaka, Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan

2025-12-31T13:09:16+00:00

Traditional Banjar architecture consists of eleven recognized house types, one of which is the Tadah Alas type. This study aims to identify and examine the architectural characteristics of a Tadah Alas traditional house located in Cempaka, Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan. Visually, the house exhibits differences from the commonly recognized Tadah Alas typology, prompting further investigation to verify its conformity. The research employs a comparative method by examining the architectural elements of the Cempaka house against established Tadah Alas characteristics as defined by cultural experts. Data were analyzed descriptively through narrative explanation and visual documentation, allowing for a systematic interpretation of observed features. The findings indicate that the house generally conforms to the Tadah Alas typology, with the exception of the panampik kecil space, which features a half-octagonal form. This configuration is unique and has not been identified in other known types of traditional Banjar houses, suggesting a local variation within the Tadah Alas typology.

Urban Canyon Configurations for Sustainable Tropical Cities: A Simulation for Design Practice

2025-12-31T13:09:16+00:00

Urban overheating and limited daylight access are persistent challenges in rapidly densifying tropical cities. This study examines the influence of urban canyon geometry—including building width-to-length ratio, corridor width, and lateral spacing—on surface temperature dynamics and daylight performance. Using Autodesk Forma, 27 building massing configurations were simulated under standardized conditions with a fixed building height of 30 meters and a footprint of 900 m². Surface temperatures were measured at corridor and rear façade points at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., while daylight performance was assessed using sun hours and daylight potential indicators. The results indicate that compact building forms with minimal spacing exacerbate heat accumulation and restrict daylight access, whereas configurations with greater spatial permeability enhance both thermal and lighting performance. The optimal configuration featured an elongated building ratio of 1:3, a narrow corridor width of 15 meters, and wide lateral spacing of 30 meters, achieving corridor surface temperatures as low as 33°C and daylight performance values of up to 66%. Beyond its analytical findings, this study highlights the practical applicability of Autodesk Forma as an accessible and user-friendly tool for early-stage massing studies. Compared to more complex simulation platforms such as ENVI-met or CFD, Autodesk Forma enables architects and designers to conduct simple yet effective climate-responsive analyses during the initial phases of building and site design, thereby supporting sustainable urban development in tropical contexts.

Architecture and Sustainability Pathways for Rural Development in Indonesia

2025-12-31T13:25:53+00:00

Rural landscapes in Indonesia reflect the coexistence of strong agrarian traditions and the pressing need for sustainable development, requiring approaches that integrate ecological, spatial, and socio-economic systems. Ciambar District in Sukabumi Regency, West Java, serves as a representative case study, characterized by agricultural activities such as rice, cassava, and durian cultivation, extensive forest areas, and ecotourism potential, including Curug Luhur Waterfall. Despite these assets, the district faces persistent challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, unequal access to clean water, and heavy reliance on small-scale agriculture. From the perspective of architectural sustainability, Ciambar must be re-envisioned as an integrated landscape of productive, ecological, and social spaces. Approaches such as productive landscapes, ecological infrastructure, and low-impact ecotourism demonstrate how spatial and architectural interventions can simultaneously support livelihoods, conserve ecosystems, and enhance local resilience. This study aims to identify, analyze, and map the potentials of Ciambar District based on natural resources, human capital, and local governance capacity. The findings are expected to provide a comprehensive assessment of existing strengths and opportunities, along with strategic recommendations for sustainable environmental development that supports the local economy while aligning with broader sustainability frameworks.

Sustainable Landscape Study of Sindang Barang Cultural Village, Bogor Regency

2025-12-31T13:09:17+00:00

Sindang Barang Cultural Village is a local cultural settlement located in Tamansari District, Bogor Regency, covering an area of approximately 8,600 square meters. The village comprises 29 traditional Sundanese buildings and is characterized by a harmonious atmosphere and a community that strongly upholds inherited cultural traditions. Beyond its function as a cultural tourism destination, Sindang Barang serves as a living settlement where daily activities are closely intertwined with the preservation of Sundanese values passed down through generations. Its existence is crucial in the context of cultural conservation, as it provides a tangible example of the coexistence of traditional architecture, cultural practices, and environmental harmony. This study aims to examine the ecosystem conditions of Sindang Barang Cultural Village within the context of community life. A descriptive research method was employed, utilizing direct observation and literature review through general observations of the settlement. The findings indicate that Sindang Barang Cultural Village exhibits a distinct Sundanese residential landscape character, physically expressed through the form, layout, and continuity of traditional Sundanese architecture.

Sustainable Architecture in Domestic Liquid Waste Management for Environmental Health

2025-12-31T13:09:17+00:00

Harjatani Heritage Estate is a residential area located in Margatani Village, Serdang, Kramatwatu, Serang Regency. One of the main issues in this housing area is the poorly organized wastewater drainage system, caused by inadequate drainage flow in the surrounding environment, which has the potential to pollute the area with domestic wastewater. Domestic wastewater, commonly referred to as greywater, originates from household activities such as bathing, washing, and kitchen use. Waste management, both domestic and industrial, remains a serious environmental challenge in Indonesia. One alternative approach to addressing this issue is through natural wastewater management integrated into sustainable architectural planning for environmental health. This study employs a qualitative research method using observational techniques and data analysis. The analysis includes site conditions, surrounding environmental characteristics, and landscape planning as an application of sustainable architecture principles, supported by AutoCAD-based design exploration and interviews with local community representatives. The results indicate that landscape planning plays a significant role in supporting sustainable architecture as an environmentally responsive solution for domestic wastewater management.

Lubuk Pahoman Streetscape Design Based on Lampung Saibatin Tribe Cultural Motifs

2025-12-31T13:09:17+00:00

Since the Dutch East Indies colonial period, Teluk Betung Sub-district has played a significant role as an economic center and has been recognized as a historic old town in Lampung. In line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11.4 and Bandar Lampung City Regional Regulation No. 2 of 2019, preserving the historical character of the old city amid rapid modernization requires a culturally grounded streetscape design as a key expression of urban identity. Despite this potential, Teluk Betung faces several challenges, including the erosion of Lampung cultural identity due to transmigration, as well as disorganized spatial conditions such as street vendors occupying sidewalks and illegal parking along traffic lanes. This study aims to identify existing potentials and problems and to develop a culture-based streetscape design. The research adopts the landscape planning method proposed by LaGro (2008), encompassing the stages of preparation, inventory, analysis, synthesis, and concept development. The design proposal focuses on Way Lubuk Pahoman Street, where cultural principles are translated into a streetscape landscape concept, resulting in a site plan and three-dimensional visualization incorporating Lampung Saibatin cultural motifs.