Local Wisdom Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Kearifan Lokal
Journal title : Local Wisdom: Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Kearifan Lokal (Local Wisdom Scientific Online Journal Initials : LW Abbreviation : Local Wisdom J. Ilm. Kaji. Kearifan Lokal Frequency : 2 Issues every year (January and July) DOI : Prefix 10.26905 by crossref Print ISSN : 2086-3764 Online ISSN : 2615-4951 Editor-in-Chief : Respati Wikantiyoso Managing Editor : Pindo Tutuko Publisher : University of Merdeka Malang Citation Analysis : Google Scholar l Garuda l Index Copernicus International (ICI) l <a href="https://doaj.org/toc/2615-4951?source=%7B%22query%22%3A%7B%22filtered%22%3A%7B%22filter%22%3A%7B%22bool%22%3A%7B%22must%22%3A%5B%7B%22terms%22%3A%7B%22index.issn.exact%22%3A%5B%222086-3764%22%2C%222615-4951%22%5D%7D%7D%5D%7D%7D%2C%22query%22%3A%7B%22match_all%22%3A%7B%7D%7D%7D%7D%2C%22size%22%3A100%2C%22sort%22%3A%5B%7B%22created_date%22%3A%7B%22order%22%3A%22desc%22%7D%7D%5D%2C%22_source%22%3A%7B%7D%7D" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) l SINTA l LOCAL WISDOM is a scientific journal in the field of Architecture and the City as a "bridge" between the disciplines of architecture and urban planning and design studies.This scientific journal focusing on research relating to the study of local wisdom. Local knowledge is a potential local characteristic based on a local culture that has been a tradition in public life. A form of local wisdom studies varied widely, ranging from a cultural value system, social system to the physical manifestation of culture in the form of local knowledge, local technologies, as well as the physical form of the built environment. Studies of local wisdom is an effort in order to realize the harmony of the city environment, and sustainable through the use and development of local knowledge, contextual and a participatory approach. The scope of the study will be published in an article relating to the study of architecture (space, shape, and arrangement), a special area of study, and the study of urban planning and design. Local Wisdom of Journal published by the Center for Local Wisdom Studies, Department of Architecture, University of Merdeka Malang.
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From Origins to Adaptation: Typologies of Joglo Houses After Translocation in Ngloro Village, Gunungkidul – Yogyakarta
The development of the times and the pressure of social change have threatened the survival of vernacular architecture, including the Joglo house as a Javanese cultural heritage. One form of ex-situ preservation carried out by the Ngloro Village community is to move the Joglo house to a new location. This translocation process not only involves the physical movement of the building but also triggers changes in its visual and spatial form. This study aims to identify the typology of post-translocation Joglo houses in Ngloro Village, Gunungkidul Regency, Yogyakarta. The method employed is a qualitative-descriptive approach, utilizing a case study of 14 translocated Joglo houses. Data collection was conducted through direct observation and non-structured interviews, which were then analyzed typologically and contextually using the theory of adaptive reuse. The results of the study indicate that the adaptation process resulting from the translocation of Joglo houses has created new typologies, including changes in roof shape, facade, floor materials, foundations, orientation, building position, and room functions. Roof typology is dominated by a combination of Joglo–Limasan–Pelana roofs, while core structures such as saka guru and tumpang sari are retained. Adaptation to the new location context and functional needs results in a transformation that preserves the fundamental value of the building. Therefore, relocated Joglo houses do not represent heritage degradation but rather the adaptive and sustainable evolution of traditional architecture.
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Visual Quality of the Paroki Hati Kudus Yesus Church in the Historical Kayutangan Area of Malang
Gereja Paroki Hati Kudus Yesus atau Gereja Kayutangan adalah salah satu gereja bersejarah yang terletak di Jalan Kayutangan, Kota Malang, Jawa Timur. Gereja Kayutangan merupakan salah satu landmark Kota Malang yang dibangun pada tahun 1930-an, dengan arsitektur Art Deco yang menggabungkan elemen-elemen Eropa dengan karakteristik lokal. Selain berfungsi sebagai tempat ibadah, Gereja Kayutangan juga merupakan situs warisan budaya yang menarik perhatian baik warga lokal maupun wisatawan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi kualitas visual Gereja Kayutangan. Metode yang digunakan adalah analisis kualitatif dengan pendekatan analisis deskriptif. Langkah-langkah yang dilakukan meliputi observasi lapangan dan analisis urutan foto di sepanjang jalur pejalan kaki. Urutan foto diidentifikasi dan digambar ulang menggunakan CAD, kemudian diproses dan dianalisis menggunakan Excel untuk memperoleh persentase keterlihatan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan nilai keterlihatan dari jalur pejalan kaki. Dari jalur pejalan kaki, faktor-faktor yang menghalangi pandangan pejalan kaki dapat diidentifikasi, yang berdampak signifikan pada kualitas visual Gereja Kayutangan. Masalah-masalah ini dapat diatasi dengan mengatur penempatan papan reklame dan memangkas cabang-cabang pohon, yang dapat dilakukan oleh pihak berwenang. Paroki Hati Kudus Yesus Church or Kayutangan Church, is one of the historic churches located on Kayutangan Street in Malang City, East Java. Kayutangan Church is a landmark of Malang City, built in the 1930s, and features Art Deco architecture that combines European elements with local characteristics. In addition to serving as a place of worship, Kayutangan Church is also a cultural heritage site that attracts both locals and tourists. This study aims to identify the visual quality of Kayutangan Church. The method used is qualitative analysis with a descriptive analytical approach. The steps taken include field observations and photo sequence analysis along the pedestrian path. The photo sequences are identified and redrawn using CAD, then processed and analyzed using Excel to obtain visibility percentages. The results show the visibility value from the pedestrian path. From the pedestrian path, factors that obstruct the pedestrian’s view can be identified, which have a significant impact on the visual quality of Kayutangan Church. These issues can be addressed by regulating the placement of billboards and pruning tree branches, which can be done by the relevant authorities.
The Integration of Local Values into the Spatial Behavior of Traditional Architecture
Traditional architecture is not merely a physical manifestation of spatial needs; it also reflects the cultural and social values of the community through its spatial patterns. The aim of this research is to explore the integration of local values into spatial behavior within the traditional architecture of the rumah adat (traditional house) of Ponorogo, East Java. The presence of the traditional Ponorogo house serves as a representation of local wisdom that continues to endure amidst the dynamic changes of time. This study identifies and analyzes the relationships between local values—such as customary norms, Javanese cosmology, and social structures—and the spatial usage patterns and behaviors of the inhabitants. The research employs a qualitative-descriptive approach, using data collection techniques including direct observation, in-depth interviews with residents, and literature studies on the traditional architecture of Ponorogo and the behavioral patterns occurring within these traditional houses. The research findings reveal that spatial division in the Ponorogo traditional house is not merely functional but carries strong symbolic meanings. Spaces such as jogan, omah mburi, gandhok, pawon, senthong, and emperan illustrate social hierarchies and ritual functions in the lives of the Ponorogo community. Moreover, the building’s orientation, spatial forms, and layout reflect a deep connection with nature and Javanese spiritual teachings. This study focuses specifically on the Sinoman and Joglo Bucu house types. The research affirms that traditional architecture possesses complex behavioral dimensions that cannot be separated from the cultural context surrounding it. Understanding the integration of local values into spatial behavior in traditional architecture is expected to serve as a foundation for the preservation and development of architecture with strong local identity amid the currents of modernization
From Vernacular Wisdom to Passive Design
Vernacular houses in Indonesia embody indigenous wisdom for climate adaptation, making the performance of their passive design a relevant topic in sustainable architecture. Modernization and increasingly uniform building forms have eroded climate-responsive principles, raising concerns about thermal comfort amid climate change. This study investigates how a Joglo house in Ngrogung, Ponorogo, Indonesia, maintains indoor comfort through passive strategies. Field observations and continuous monitoring over three months measured air temperature and relative humidity in four interior zones (Omah Ngarep, Omah Mburi, Omah Tengah, Kamar). Performance was evaluated using six criteria covering twelve passive-design parameters. The mean indoor temperature stabilized at 25.77 °C (October 26.18 °C; November 25.92 °C; December 25.20 °C), while relative humidity averaged 75.45%, indicating generally comfortable conditions. Comfort gains were chiefly associated with building form and envelope porosity: favorable orientation limiting solar load, insulated roof enclosure, light-colored breathable walls, and jalusi/louvered windows that sustain airflow with supportive site layout. Conversely, underperforming parameters included limited roof volume (29.75% of total), short eaves (60 cm), dark roofing, small operable window area (2.06% of floor area), and low floor elevation (65 cm). Overall, synergistic interactions among orientation, material porosity, and natural ventilation underpin resilient thermal behavior.
Tropical Vernacular Strategies of Kobuang Limo House for Sustainable Thermal Performance in Society 5.0 Era
This study examines the thermal performance of Kobuang Limo House, a traditional Malay stilt house in Riau, Indonesia, as a model of passive tropical adaptation. Using a quantitative-descriptive method, field measurements of air temperature (Ta), relative humidity (RH), and air velocity (Va) were conducted to calculate the Effective Temperature (ET) based on SNI 03-6572-2001. The analysis focuses on the relationship between architectural configuration, particularly wall openings and attic ceiling conditions to indoor thermal comfort. Results show that houses with ventilated ceilings maintain a stable ET within 26 - 27 °C, while the non-ceilinged unit recorded higher temperatures (~ +0.7 °C). The proportion of wall openings (15–25 %) also contributes to effective cross-ventilation, supporting natural cooling performance. These findings confirm that the passive thermal strategies embedded in Kobuang Limo House remain effective in achieving sustainable indoor comfort and provide empirical evidence for climate-responsive architectural design in the era of Society 5.0.
Spatial Flexibility in the Orang Lom House: An Interpretive Reconstruction of Orang Lom House in Bangka, Indonesia
Spatial flexibility in the Lom people’s house (Memarong) is the main goal in this article. Memarong is the vernacular dwelling of the oldest indigenous community in Bangka Island, Indonesia. Historically linked to shifting cultivation and high mobility, Memarong is a stilt house of timber structure and thatched roof, organized as a single undivided interior that supports multiple temporary configurations. Using a qualitative–interpretative approach, the study combines field observation in Gebong Memarong traditional village with repeated interviews with key customary leaders, and comparative analysis of three floor plans drawn from literature and on-site documentation. The findings show that spatial flexibility in Memarong manifests in five main forms: (1) multifunctional space, (2) shifted space, (3) openness in space, (4) fixed and dynamic elements, and (5) spatial grouping. These are enabled by architectural elements such as the nine-column structural grid, bendul floor beams, movable partitions, and distributed storage (pare). The study concludes that Memarong’s flexible spatial system constitutes an adaptive strategy to changing household size and activities, offering design insights for contemporary housing facing space limitations and evolving needs.