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

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. [Document issu d'une conférence ou d'un atelier] (Soumis)

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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.

Type:	Document issu d'une conférence ou d'un atelier (Poster)
Auteurs:	Auteurs E-mail Rodrigues, Chenelle Fatima chenelle.rodrigues@gmail.com
Langues:	English
Mots-clés libres:	tangible and intangible; conservation of architecture; customs and traditions; traditional techniques
Sujets:	C. ARCHITECTURE > 02. Types de construction C. ARCHITECTURE > 03. Styles d’architecture C. ARCHITECTURE > 06. Structures de bâtiments E. CONSERVATION ET RESTAURATION > 09. Aspects économiques et sociaux de la conservation O. PATRIMOINE IMMATERIEL > 02. Traditions et expressions orales (y compris les langues) O. PATRIMOINE IMMATERIEL > 04. Pratiques sociales, rituels et événements festifs O. PATRIMOINE IMMATERIEL > 05. Artisanat traditionnel P. ZONES GEOGRAPHIQUES > 04. Asie et îles du Pacifique
Nom du monument, ville, site, musée:	Goa, India
Déposé par:	Ms Chenelle Rodrigues
Date de dépôt:	10 septembre 2024 10:59
Dernière modification:	10 septembre 2024 10:59
URI:	https://openarchive.icomos.org/id/eprint/3340

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