Oconaluftee Council House

Traditional Cherokee meeting hall.

Overview

Oconaluftee Council House, using wood and bark, is a traditional Cherokee structure in North Carolina, USA.

Core Characteristics

• Wooden frame, bark covering.
• Circular or octagonal layout.
• Vernacular communal design.

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Cultural focus.
• Civic: Council house.
• Indigenous Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Built by Cherokee craftsmen, it reflects community governance.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Wood Construction (technique), Community Design (theory), Frame (element), Vernacular (movement)