Characteristics of architectural typology in colonial buildings in Loji Wetan Surakarta area

Abstract

The characteristics of the façade are architectural elements in the diversity of shapes of each building. Architectural Typology is an approach to identify architectural attributes to define the similarities and differences of elements in a building object. In the area of Loji Wetan Surakarta which has a connection with the Vastenburg fortress, there are still some colonial buildings of Dutch heritage that still exist. This study aims to identify typology on the façade of colonial buildings in the Loji Wetan area of Surakarta. The data collection process is conducted through field observations and in-depth interviews. Collection of primary data through purposive sampling (visual and measurement). While secondary data through the study of literature and related documents. Based on the results of research characteristics of architectural typology in colonial buildings in the Loji Wetan Surakarta area there is a tendency for uniformity and diversity on the façade of architectural elements. There are also differences in the characteristics of buildings caused by periods in the area. (neo-gothic, neoclassic, postmodern)