Bali is always fun and seems never ending topic. Besides popular as a holiday destination, the architectural design of Bali is also very suitable for tropical homes. Are you interested in applying this design style to perfect your home? Balinese architectural design will make your home get local wisdom atmosphere without seeming outdated. Want to know the application of this design style for houses?
Pyramid-shaped Roof
Generally, houses that apply the Balinese style have a pyramid-shaped roof (popularly called limasan). The slope of the pyramid roof ranges from 35 degrees to 60 degrees. However, in fact you can also eliminate this characteristic if you want a more minimalist roof shape. Instead, the nuances of Bali in other parts of the house must displayed.
Large Homepage
One of the styles of Balinese architectural design in tropical homes is the size of the yard which is fairly large. A large yard will give good air circulation in the interior of the house so that the house feels cool. The large yard is also suitable for gardening. Make sure you clean the yard regularly so that it is not filled with garbage and dust.
High Walls Around the House
The size of the large yard of the house must be balanced with high walls so that the house looks magnificent and has its privacy. That is why Balinese-style houses are often equipped with high walls. In addition to create the house look magnificent, high walls also function effectively as for noise coming from outside the house.
Well-Ordered Home Ventilation System
Balinese houses are neatly arranged air ventilation systems. Usually Balinese-style houses don’t feel stuffy and cool all day long because they consist of windows and doors with large openings. This aspect is also supported by a large yard and overgrown with various trees.
Natural Stone on the Body of the Building
Balinese architectural designs are usually equipped with natural stone elements. Not only does it give an exotic impression, the natural stone is also effective in absorbing heat so that the atmosphere of the house feels cool. This type of andesite stone is most often used to strengthen the Balinese feel because it is affordable, easy to obtain, and can be arranged according to taste.
Small Entry Door
The entrance to a Balinese building is small and has very distinctive shape. The door design of Balinese building is called angkul-angkul. Currently, the angkul-angkul model has been adapted to modern architectural style so that the shape is simpler and attractive. Angkul-angkul is also very useful to create a clear boundary between the interior and exterior of the house.
Decoration of Various Tropical Plants
There are various tropical plants that always exist in Balinese styles. You should maintain these various plants to your Balinese-style house. Some plants that you should prepare include frangipani trees, Balinese bananas, Balinese pandanus, and lotus. Take care of the plant appropriately so that it thrives and doesn’t make the yard seem messy.
Filled with Wooden and Rattan Furniture
The architectural design of a Balinese house is not complete if you don’t have wooden and rattan furniture with traditional touch. Choose furniture made of quality wood and rattan to make it durable for years. Wooden and rattan furniture can easily cared for by wiping them regularly and cleaning them with special cleaning fluids. The maintenance process even has to be in extra carefully when you put the wooden or rattan furniture in the outdoor area.
If you are interested in traditional Indonesian style house, Balinese architectural design can be one of the best solutions. Create a dream house that comfortable and has a unique feel to your’s.
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