Traditional Concept Toward the Sustainable Built Design in Bali

Abstract

The spatial patterns of traditional Balinese houses in both Bali Apanaga for the urban area and Bali Apanaga for the traditional village in Bali, have concepts which both always adapt to nature. The composition of buildings, the concept of structure and construction, and outdoor spaces with traditional landscapes have the goal of being environmentally friendly while maintaining comfort for its residents, regulating the flow of air entering the room, and adjusting lighting according to its function, and acoustic function that can be found in outdoor of the housing. The research aims to explore the traditional concept that uses in both urban and traditional areas in Bali to maintain the quality of life toward sustainable built design and environment. The method of this research conducted qualitative research with a case study through observation in two different areas as a comparison to the sustainability of the traditional concept of built design, especially for housing. The depth literature review was used to gain an understanding of the quality of the environment, to deepen the understanding of Balinese traditional concept of housing and understanding of the differentiation between Bali Apanaga and Bali Aga and its characteristics. The research result shows that there is a similarity between traditional concepts in two different areas that adaptable for future sustainable built design.