Learning from Vernacular Architecture: The Essence of Remakri Area in Bangladesh

Abstract

For thousands of years, vernacular architecture has been experiencing limitations that are emotionally associated with its aesthetic variety, self-regulating construction, invention, and adaptation to its surroundings. Vernacular’s authenticity describes the shared culture of people in a specific geographic region, including their language, heritage, religion, and customs to show the importance of its identity and existence in historical context. Even though vernacular architecture faces limitations, its adaptability and open-ended approach inspire modern designers to embrace traditional structures, which are highly sustainable and energy efficient. Approximately, how many vernacular buildings have been lost from a community? Furthermore, how does vernacular architecture respond to specific conditions in this contemporary era that affect people and places all over the world? This paper examines the current condition of vernacular buildings in Remakri area inside Thanchi Upazilla at Bandarban District in Bangladesh, their existing role in society, and studies the theories and practices of contemporary vernacular that are shaping and examining the community. As technology advances rapidly, traditional structures still provide valuable lessons in terms of their creation and ethnicity. By working at multiple scales, this paper explores and integrates contemporary strategies that will not only increase the quality of life in the community, but also greatly enhance the cultural values in the global platform.