Changes in The Mythic and Pragmatic Areas of The Bali Aga Period Dwelling Building (8th Century) in Sidatapa Village Bali Againts Modernity

Abstract

Architecture and culture are two subtle concepts that represent community identification. By understanding the local architecture, the level of civilization in the region will be known. The dwelling building of Sidatapa Village is a vernacular architecture, which was built for the first time in the 8th century as a take cover and shelter. The formation was initially influenced by myths related to belief. Furthermore, in its development, the shape of the building was transformed from basic symbols into a symbol of expression due to the shift in its meaning and function. This research was conducted to understand the process of transforming a dwelling building structure from a basic symbol to an expression symbol in an area that is very close to beliefs and traditions, through ethnographic research. The findings show change in the form of dwelling buildings is not only caused by changes in the natural environment, but also changes in housing needs and modernization processes, but leave its religious nature.

Keywords: Bali Aga, Dwelling buildings, Sidatapa Village, Vernacular Architecture

DOI: 10.7176/ADS/91-05

Publication date:March 31^st 2021