Fijian

Polynesian architecture with open, thatched structures.

Overview

Fijian architecture, using wood and thatch, features open-air bure with conical roofs, prominent in Fiji.

Core Characteristics

• Open-air, conical bure.
• Wood frames, thatched roofs.
• Vernacular prevalence.

Notable Examples

• Fijian Bure (Fiji, traditional, open-air).
• Viti Levu Villages (Fiji, traditional, vernacular).

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Regional focus.
• Residential: Villages.
• Oceanic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Fijian craftsmen, it suits island climates.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Weaving (technique), Functionalism (theory), Roof (element), Vernacular (movement)