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Traditional building systems and lifestyle practices that subliminally aid conservation of vernacular earthen structures (Goa − India)

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Rodrigues, Chenelle Fatima (2022) Traditional building systems and lifestyle practices that subliminally aid conservation of vernacular earthen structures (Goa − India). In: Terra 2022, June 7–10, 2022, Santa Fe, New Mexico. [Conference or Workshop Item] (Submitted)

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Conservation of earthen buildings often focuses on repairing and restoring walls, roofs, etc. However, there are oft-overlooked tangible and intangible aspects such as various construction and architectural details and beliefs and lifestyle practices that also play a role in the reservation and upkeep of earth buildings. Region-wise documentation of local building cultures, beliefs, and practices could provide cues into how these aid in slowing down the everyday wear and tear that buildings are subjected to, owing to their surroundings, climatic conditions, etc. These construction aspects and lifestyle practices may vary every few meters as they adapt to the buildings’ micro-environments. As many of these earth-building systems are now lost, and traditional lifestyle habits are either no longer practiced or lay hidden in the routines of everyday life — they remain forgotten or unacknowledged. In this research paper, 16 vernacular earth structures in Goa − India (mainly cob, rammed-earth, and adobe) were studied and analyzed. In addition, inputs were gathered from local inhabitants, masons, and professionals. The study reveals construction details, architectural aspects, religious beliefs, and lifestyle practices that — intentionally or not — lend themselves to the maintenance and longevity of earth buildings. This understanding (clubbed with scientific and technical methods) could enhance how we approach the conservation of earth-buildings today.

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item (Poster)
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Rodrigues, Chenelle Fatima
chenelle.rodrigues@gmail.com
Languages: English
Keywords: tangible and intangible; conservation of architecture; customs and traditions; traditional techniques
Subjects: C. ARCHITECTURE > 02. Building typologies
C. ARCHITECTURE > 03. Styles of architecture
C. ARCHITECTURE > 06. Structures of buildings
E. CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION > 09. Social and economic aspects of conservation
O. INTANGIBLE HERITAGE > 02. Oral traditions and expressions (including language)
O. INTANGIBLE HERITAGE > 04. Social practices, rituals and festive events
O. INTANGIBLE HERITAGE > 05. Traditional craftsmanship
P. GEOGRAPHIC AREAS > 04. Asia and Pacific islands
Name of monument, town, site, museum: Goa, India
Depositing User: Ms Chenelle Rodrigues
Date Deposited: 10 Sep 2024 10:59
Last Modified: 10 Sep 2024 10:59
URI: https://openarchive.icomos.org/id/eprint/3340

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