Inuit

Arctic architecture with igloos and communal structures.

Overview

Inuit architecture, using snow and stone, features igloos and semi-subterranean homes, designed for harsh Arctic conditions.

Core Characteristics

• Insulated and temporary.
• Adapted to cold climates.
• Vernacular prevalence.

Notable Examples

• Inuit Igloo (Canada, traditional, snow domes).
• Qarmaq (Greenland, traditional, stone and turf).

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Environmental focus.
• Residential: Dwellings.
• Vernacular: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Inuit craftsmen, it ensures survival in extreme climates.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Ice Construction (technique), Environmental Adaptation (theory), Dome (element), Arctic Architecture (movement)