Inle Lake Villages

Floating villages in Myanmar, built on stilts over Inle Lake.

Overview

Constructed by local craftsmen, using vernacular materials like bamboo.

Design Features

Features timber stilts and thatch roofs for water adaptation.

Architectural Connections

• Southeast Asian: Myanmar context.
• Residential: Floating villages.
• Traditional: Vernacular design.

Influence and Legacy

Influenced by vernacular traditions, seen in Lake Titicaca Floating Islands.

Related Architects & Works

Myanmar Craftsmen (related architect), Lake Titicaca Floating Islands (related building), Vernacular Materials (element), Traditional (period)