Low-Carbon Strategies in Traditional Vernacular Architecture: A Case Study of Bale Mangina in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia

Traditional vernacular architecture provides sustainable design solutions that can contribute to global initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions. This study examines low-carbon construction techniques and passive design strategies in Bale Mangina, a traditional residence in Senaru, North Lomb...

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Main Authors: Rini Srikus Saptaningtyas, Lale Garjita Kusumaring Puji, Liza Hani Saroya Wardi, Ngakan Ketut Acwin Dwijendra
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Published: Engiscience Publisher 2025-06-01
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Online Access:https://engiscience.com/index.php/josse/article/view/700
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Liza Hani Saroya Wardi
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description Traditional vernacular architecture provides sustainable design solutions that can contribute to global initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions. This study examines low-carbon construction techniques and passive design strategies in Bale Mangina, a traditional residence in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia. Using qualitative research methods, including field observations, interviews, and literature reviews, the study identifies key sustainability principles in materials selection, construction practices, and climate-responsive designs. The results show that the use of local bamboo and reed roofs can reduce embedded carbon emissions by up to 45% compared to conventional materials. Passive cooling strategies, including natural ventilation and thermal insulation using organic materials, maintain indoor temperatures within the range of 26–29°C, thereby enhancing thermal comfort and reducing cooling energy requirements by up to 35%. These findings suggest that traditional building techniques can serve as a sustainable model for modern, low-carbon architecture. Future studies should focus on integrating modern technological advances with local wisdom to improve low-carbon construction.
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spelling doaj-art-da0f43fb07324cb09c9aced279f338222025-08-20T03:28:10ZengEngiscience PublisherJournal of Studies in Science and Engineering2789-634X2025-06-015110.53898/josse2025524Low-Carbon Strategies in Traditional Vernacular Architecture: A Case Study of Bale Mangina in Senaru, North Lombok, IndonesiaRini Srikus Saptaningtyas0Lale Garjita Kusumaring Puji1Liza Hani Saroya Wardi2Ngakan Ketut Acwin Dwijendra3Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Mataram, Mataram, 83115, IndonesiaDepartment of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Mataram, Mataram, 83115, IndonesiaDepartment of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Mataram, Mataram, 83115, IndonesiaDepartment of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Udayana, Denpasar, 80361, Indonesia Traditional vernacular architecture provides sustainable design solutions that can contribute to global initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions. This study examines low-carbon construction techniques and passive design strategies in Bale Mangina, a traditional residence in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia. Using qualitative research methods, including field observations, interviews, and literature reviews, the study identifies key sustainability principles in materials selection, construction practices, and climate-responsive designs. The results show that the use of local bamboo and reed roofs can reduce embedded carbon emissions by up to 45% compared to conventional materials. Passive cooling strategies, including natural ventilation and thermal insulation using organic materials, maintain indoor temperatures within the range of 26–29°C, thereby enhancing thermal comfort and reducing cooling energy requirements by up to 35%. These findings suggest that traditional building techniques can serve as a sustainable model for modern, low-carbon architecture. Future studies should focus on integrating modern technological advances with local wisdom to improve low-carbon construction. https://engiscience.com/index.php/josse/article/view/700Low Carbon ArchitectureVernacular ArchitectureSustainable DesignPassive CoolingCarbon Sink Reduction
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Low-Carbon Strategies in Traditional Vernacular Architecture: A Case Study of Bale Mangina in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia
Journal of Studies in Science and Engineering
Low Carbon Architecture
Vernacular Architecture
Sustainable Design
Passive Cooling
Carbon Sink Reduction
title Low-Carbon Strategies in Traditional Vernacular Architecture: A Case Study of Bale Mangina in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia
title_full Low-Carbon Strategies in Traditional Vernacular Architecture: A Case Study of Bale Mangina in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia
title_fullStr Low-Carbon Strategies in Traditional Vernacular Architecture: A Case Study of Bale Mangina in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia
title_full_unstemmed Low-Carbon Strategies in Traditional Vernacular Architecture: A Case Study of Bale Mangina in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia
title_short Low-Carbon Strategies in Traditional Vernacular Architecture: A Case Study of Bale Mangina in Senaru, North Lombok, Indonesia
title_sort low carbon strategies in traditional vernacular architecture a case study of bale mangina in senaru north lombok indonesia
topic Low Carbon Architecture
Vernacular Architecture
Sustainable Design
Passive Cooling
Carbon Sink Reduction
url https://engiscience.com/index.php/josse/article/view/700
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