Definition of Tropical Architecture

 Definition of Tropical Architecture

The word Tropical is a description of the position of an area that has 2 seasons (Rainy and Dry) which is located close to the khatilstiwa line. Indonesia is the best example of a region with a tropical climate character, many traditional buildings in Indonesia show the characteristics of tropical architecture.



The tropical climate is known to be ferocious enough to destroy many building materials such as steel and wood. High rainfall makes steel easy to rust and makes wood easy to mold and rot. Therefore, tropical architecture uses more finishing layers, such as paints and coatings.



Tropical architecture is an architectural style developed as a special architectural style that makes a better adaptation of buildings in the face of a tropical climate with all its characteristics.



Principles of Tropical Architectural Design


In this style, the main focus is to create a building that is able to adapt well to a tropical environment so that it is comfortable for the occupants to live in.

Tropical architecture strives for buildings to be passive, which means they can adapt automatically (by design) without the additional energy required including reducing the use of air conditioning and lighting during the day and reducing the use of pumps when it rains.



Characteristics of Tropical Architecture


The adaptation of tropical architecture to the climate which characterizes tropical architecture is as follows:

  •     There is an overstek in the building to prevent glare and appearance.
  •     The roofed terrace prevents direct radiation
  •     The window is not too wide, protected by a curtain
  •     Air vent for natural ventilation
  •     Roof Sloping> 30 degrees (saddle or limasan) to prevent solar radiation heat
  •     Reduces the surface area facing east and west
  •     The orientation of the window opening to the north / south
  •     Protect the building surface with a layer of wheather shield material
  •     Buildings are generally light colored to prevent heat absorption
  •     Material for the exterior is better to use low material
  •     Better local material than imported material
  •     Vegetation on buildings is used as an element of shade during the day 



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