Haida Gwaii

Northwest Coast architecture with totem poles and plank houses.

Overview

Haida Gwaii architecture, using cedar, features plank houses and carved totem poles, prominent in Canada.

Core Characteristics

• Cedar plank houses.
• Carved totem poles.
• Vernacular prevalence.

Notable Examples

• SGang Gwaay Village (Canada, traditional).
• Haida Totem Poles (Canada, traditional).

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Cultural focus.
• Residential: Plank houses.
• Northwest Coast Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Haida craftsmen, it preserves cultural narratives.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Wood Carving (technique), Symbolism (theory), Totem Pole (element), Vernacular (movement)