Comparative Analysis of Traditional and Modern Courtyards in Bengal

Abstract

Human settlements are not only built forms, but also a reflection of domestic and regional cultural orientations. The courtyard style is the most ancient and common form of planning on the Indian subcontinent. Indigenous culture and climate demand this open space. Whatever happens in society has a visible impact on courtyards. This research aims to classify the different courtyards and show that, in most contemporary courtyards, basic traits are missing. Showing the modern courtyard concept is more of a shared space than a courtyard is one of the major concerns of this study. Collecting data and information and making a guideline for an ideal courtyard formed the basis of this research. This study gave an output that shows how the impression of the indigenous courtyard, and the social statement has waned gradually from the vernacular settlement to modern housing.