Samosir Villages

Batak traditional settlements.

Overview

Samosir Villages, using wood and thatch, are traditional dwellings in Sumatra, Indonesia, pre-modern era.

Core Characteristics

• Elevated, ornate structures.
• Communal, cultural design.
• Vernacular aesthetic.

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Pre-modern.
• Residential: Villages.
• Batak Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Preserves Batak cultural identity.

Related Concepts & Techniques

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