Identity of Gurabunga Traditional Architecture and its Response to Sustainability

Abstract

Traditional architecture is an essential part of human civilization. The house concept in Indonesia is very diverse and has different characteristics according to the culture and environmental conditions of the region. This study aims to evaluate the identity of Gurabunga traditional house in Tidore Island and analyze the positive features that can be developed in sustainable development through literature studies and field observations. The study results show that Gurabunga traditional houses are traditional sacred and magical buildings with a philosophy of the human body anatomy in a standing position; roof (head), walls and rooms (body), foundation (foot). It is very friendly to the environment and sustainability based on local wisdom, with passive design techniques using natural materials from the surrounding environment. These research findings will increase insight into the concept of sustainable building design in the future.