Vernacular architecture is a modest style of building that is specific to a region and period . It relies on the use of local materials and knowledge to construct buildings, and it's usually done without the supervision of a professional architect. INTRODUCTION EXAMPLES OF VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE 1.Chalet With wide eaves, this wooden two-story house originated in Switzerland to house farmers living in the Alps. The word “ chalet, but the original Swiss style h” has varied meanings around the world today as been consistently adapted for mountain homes worldwide. 2. Izba The izba , a traditional Russian countryside home, was usually built with ornately carved wood in a log cabin -like structure . While elements of the izba are still common in rural Russian houses, only the older examples are referred to as “ izbas .” 3.Hanok A hanok is a traditional Korean house. The style varies based on region and class, meaning that even small huts and large palaces can be considered hanoks , provided they have wide wooden floors and a floor-based heating system. GAYATRI SHRIRANG PATIL SHRI. S. D. PATIL COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE DATE STAMP SUB : VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE YEAR : FOURTH YEAR B.ARCH. SHEET NO : ASPECTS IN VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE 1. ENVIRONMENTAL 2. SOCIAL & CULTURAL : 3. ECONOMICAL : In vernacular architecture today, there are still examples that can be observed where there is a balance between energy saving, tradition, the environment, and the social parameter . This is particularly observed in rural and isolated areas . It is not the case in urban areas, where the pressure of fast growth, both of the population and of its habitat, undermines any possibility of a balanced approach. When addressing the revision of literature regarding sustainability and its impact on vernacular architecture. This is reasonable regarding a first observation of vernacular architecture, since environmental issues tend to be physically evident, and therefore easily observed . The only way to assure that maintenance and conservation is cheaper than new building is to reveal the poten t ial benefits of vernacular architecture in monetary terms . Vernacular housing profits from local material and techniques 4. AESTHETICAL: The analysis of the form of the house belonging to vernacular architecture performed according to pre-established criteria showed that the predominant aesthetic principle was that of harmony balance unity . PURPOSE OF VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE Vernacular architecture encompasses cultural building traditions that have been passed down through several generations. While the styles and techniques evolve, each vernacular structure is SIGN In vernacular architecture, each tradition is intimately related to social and economic imperatives Shapes, Forms, Styles and Spaces are main factors in Architectural design process. These are influenced by the cultural values of society. CHARACTERISTICS OF VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE : Vernacular architecture is characterised by it reliance on needs , construction materials and traditions specific to its particular locality . It is a type of architecture which is indigenous to a specific time and place and not replicated from elsewhere. INTRODUCTION OF VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE