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Iconic Traditional House from Bali

Indonesia is an expansive archipelago composed of more than 300 ethnic groups living side by side. Each ethnic group holds a differing culture with a unique set of beliefs, knowledge, arts, laws, and customs. These cultures are reflected through everything in their life, from their identity, cultural performances, crafts, to how they envision their ideal home. The ideal home according to each of these ethnic groups is further reflected through their traditional house or rumah adat. These traditional houses possess a social significance to the community. They also demonstrate the ethnic group’s ingenuity based on their architecture, environment, and spatial organization. Each traditional house in Indonesia also retains a distinctive look.

The traditional house of Bali is regularly composed of a single compound with multiple parts inside. Each part serves a different purpose. These parts are Angkul-Angkul, Aling-Aling, Sanggah, Bale Manten, Bale Sakenem (or sometimes known as Bale Dangin or Bale Gede), Bale Dauh, Bale Sakapat, Pawaregen, and Klumpu/Jineng. The Angkul-Angkul is the front gate of the compound itself. The Aling-Aling serves as a barrier between Angkul-angkul and the yard. The Sanggah serves as a private worshipping place for the family. The main building Bale Manten serves as the residence of the head of the family and their spouse. Bale Sakenem serves as a place to hold ceremonies. Bale Dauh serves as a place to receive guests. Bale Sakapat serves as the family’s leisure room. Pawaregen serves as the kitchen of the residence. While Klumpu/Jineng serves as the storage for the family's grains.

Adopted from: www.indonesia.travel