Samoan Fale

Open traditional Samoan houses.

Overview

Samoan Fale, using wood and thatch, are open-air homes in Samoa.

Core Characteristics

• Thatched roofs, no walls.
• Wooden post supports.
• Vernacular design.

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Cultural focus.
• Residential: Houses.
• Oceanic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Built by Samoan craftsmen, they suit tropical climates.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Thatching (technique), Functionalism (theory), Post (element), Vernacular (movement)

Directory

Buildings Registry, Architecture Hub, History