PERSPECTIVES
Adopting from traditional architecture
Words: Ben nemeny
Images: Alex Mcintyre, Martin Siegner & KAITLIN HARGANS
Roof tiles on a traditional Chinese Weiwu house are overlapped to such a degree that the effect is more akin to an organic compound like an oyster shell or tree bark than a man-made construction system. Made from locally sourced clay, the pattern and the patina of the roof is complex and comforting in its simplicity. The intricacy of the end-result gives a sense of awe at the skill and patience of the craftsperson as well as perhaps a sense of calm, imagining the long, methodical execution of the task required to build it.
In an era where we continue to be more disconnected from our work and our environment, Traditional architecture can help ground us to meaningful human endeavour and the physical world around us.
In an era where we continue to be more disconnected from our work and our environment, Traditional architecture can help ground us to meaningful human endeavour and the physical world around us.
