SINEKTIKA: Jurnal Arsitektur
Vol 23, No 2: July 2026

The Application of The Healthy Stilt House Concept Based on The Local Wisdom of Bajo Etnic at Wuring Coastal Settlement in Maumere Town

Ambrosius A. K. S. Gobang (Architecture Program, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Nusa Nipa Maumere)
Yohanes Paulus P. Rangga (Nursing Science Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Nusa Nipa Maumere)
Marianus Yufrinalis (PGSD Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Nusa Nipa Maumere)
Ignasius Reynaldi Leo Loko (Architecture Program, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Nusa Nipa Maumere)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Jul 2026

Abstract

The Wuring coastal settlement in Maumere City is inhabited by the Bajo community, characterized by traditional wooden stilt houses built over the sea and connected by plank and bamboo walkways, as well as several houses on land with concrete foundations and brick walls. However, increasingly complex environmental conditions and inadequate sanitation facilities have degraded the quality of the settlement. Frequently observed issues include the accumulation of plastic waste, household waste and sewage on the seabed during low tide. This research aims to examine the application of the healthy house concept based on Bajo local wisdom in the Wuring coastal area. The research employs a descriptive qualitative method with an ethnographic approach, utilizing comparative and empirical analysis through field observations, interviews and literature studies. The results indicate that aspects of Bajo local wisdom can be integrated with healthy house standards in spatial planning, facade openings, sanitation management and waste systems. The implementation of a healthy stilt house concept rooted in local wisdom can enhance the quality of the housing environment while preserving the cultural identity of the Bajo people.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

sinektika

Publisher

Subject

Arts Civil Engineering, Building, Construction & Architecture

Description

SINEKTIKA: Jurnal Arsitektur is a scientific journal of the Architecture Department, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta which focuses on delivering information on the results of scientific research conducted by researchers, especially in the field of architecture. The ...