Cherokee

Native American architecture with wattle and daub houses.

Overview

Cherokee architecture, using wood and mud, features wattle and daub houses and council houses, prominent in Southeastern USA.

Core Characteristics

• Wattle and daub houses.
• Communal council houses.
• Vernacular prevalence.

Notable Examples

• Cherokee Villages (USA, traditional).
• Oconaluftee Council House (USA, traditional).

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Regional focus.
• Residential: Houses.
• Native American Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Cherokee craftsmen, it reflects tribal traditions.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Wattle and Daub (technique), Functionalism (theory), Wall (element), Vernacular (movement)