Elements of Romanian Folk Architecture: Traditional Houses
Elements of Romanian Folk Architecture: Traditional Houses

Author(s): Cristina-Valentina Dafinoiu
Subject(s): Customs / Folklore, Visual Arts, Cultural Anthropology / Ethnology
Published by: Scientia Moralitas Research Institute
Keywords: architecture; homestead; villager; sacred; profane; emplacement;
Summary/Abstract: The present material has been intended as a brief chronicle of Romanian folk architecture, based on the concept that individual has in perpetuum inclined toward habitation in accordance with their corresponding socio-economic status and household requirements. It explores aspects such as construction methods, along with the choice of position in terms of a sustainable structure to withstand over time for generations to come, the significance of inhabitation in collective consciousness, the evolution of architectural materials over time, and the harmonious blend of architectural styles including the transformation of the living area from the front room to drawing room (the main home). The facets in relation to the constitutive elements or parts of a provincial establishment, from the foundation to the rooftop (sheathing), have been taken into consideration and analyzed. The purpose of this article is to uncover the rich heritage embodied in these traditional houses and gain valuable insight into their construction, symbolism, and role within the community.

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