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Local Wisdom : Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Kearifan Lokal
Published by Universitas Merdeka Malang
ISSN : 20863764     EISSN : 26154951     DOI : -
Core Subject : Engineering,
Civil Engineering, Building, Construction & Architecture
LOCAL WISDOM is a scientific journal in the field of Architecture and the City as a "bridge" between the disciplines of architecture and urban planning and design studies.This scientific journal focusing on research relating to the study of local wisdom. Local knowledge is a potential local characteristic based on a local culture that has been a tradition in public life. A form of local wisdom studies varied widely, ranging from a cultural value system, social system to the physical manifestation of culture in the form of local knowledge, local technologies, as well as the physical form of the built environment. Studies of local wisdom is an effort in order to realize the harmony of the city environment, and sustainable through the use and development of local knowledge, contextual and a participatory approach.
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Cultural Aspects as a Foundation for Sustainable Architecture: Lessons from Vernacular Practices Ariyanto, Yusuf; Wardhani, Dyah Kusuma; Wibowo, Helen Saphira; Subagio, Joycelyn Sashenka
Local Wisdom Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Kearifan Lokal Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026): January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26905/lw.v18i1.15345

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Buildings contribute significantly to global energy consumption and carbon emissions, requiring urgent strategies to reduce environmental impacts. International initiatives, such as Local Agenda 21, emphasize sustainable development at the local level as a key approach to addressing global environmental challenges. However, implementing standardized frameworks often ignores local cultural, social and environmental contexts, limiting their effectiveness. This research explores critical aspects of sustainable architecture that must be considered when seeking to reflect the genius loci of a place. Through a systematic literature review, case study analysis, comparative evaluation, and synthesis of findings, this research identifies critical gaps in mainstream sustainability approaches, which often neglect cultural dimensions in favour of environmental, social, and economic factors. The findings show that traditional knowledge and vernacular design principles offer valuable insights for sustainable architecture by maintaining ecological balance, social cohesion, and material efficiency. Lessons from vernacular architecture include communal living, spiritual connection with nature, climate-responsive design, sustainable material cycles, knowledge transfer, and minimal environmental impact. These principles contribute to resource efficiency, biodiversity conservation, energy reduction, and resilience to environmental change. Rather than simply mimicking the physical form of vernacular architecture, contemporary sustainability efforts should explore the underlying principles that govern material use, spatial organization, and environmental adaptation. By bridging local wisdom with global sustainability goals, architects can create culturally rooted designs that are environmentally adaptive and resilient to modern challenges. This research underscores the importance of inclusive and local approaches to sustainability, positioning vernacular architecture as a relevant inspiration model for future architectural practice.
Modeling of Traditional Ceremonial Plants on The Tenggerese Residential House Front Yard Setyabudi, Irawan; Hidayatullah, Mochamad Syarif; Santoso, Dian Kartika
Local Wisdom Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Kearifan Lokal Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026): January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26905/lw.v18i1.15548

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The Tenggerese community in Ngadas Village, Malang Regency, is renowned for its traditional ceremonies that utilize various plant species as ritual media. Over time, continuous use without conservation threatens the sustainability of these plants. This study aims to identify the types, functions, meanings, and growing requirements of ceremonial plants and to propose a front yard landscape model integrating these plants as a form of cultural landscape-based conservation. A descriptive qualitative method was employed through literature review, in-depth interviews with local elders and government representatives, and field observations. The results identified 26 ceremonial plant species, such as Cordyline fruticosa, Imperata cylindrica, and Gigantochloa apus, each with unique symbolic functions. Three typologies of front yard spaces were found: large (6x8 m), medium (3x6 m), and small (1x5 m), serving as the basis for adaptive landscape modeling. The modeling was developed using SketchUp, Lumion, and Adobe Photoshop. The study concludes that integrating ethnobotanical ceremonial plants into residential front yards can promote their conservation while visually reinforcing the cultural identity of the Tenggerese people.
Unveiling Heritage Through Space: A Spatial Analysis of Tourist Behavior in Kampung Kayutangan, Malang Deandra Putri, Putu Ratih; Ernawati, Jenny; Santosa, Herry
Local Wisdom Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Kearifan Lokal Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026): January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26905/lw.v18i1.15816

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Malang City is renowned for its rich local wisdom and well-preserved colonial-era heritage in East Java. Kampung Kayutangan is a settlement that exemplifies the cultural depth of the city and serves as a significant destination for heritage tourism. This study examines how spatial structures and local knowledge affect tourist experiences by incorporating space syntax analysis with axial and visibility graph analysis to forecast pedestrian movement by evaluating spatial connectivity and visibility, utilizing place-centered mapping results derived from field observations. The findings demonstrate that while syntactic indicators reveal spatial hierarchies and accessibility, visitors are often drawn to culturally meaningful locations, even if these sites possess lower visibility. The study underscores the importance of incorporating local knowledge and historical context into urban spatial planning. By linking analytical methods with grounded cultural insights, this research presents a framework for sustainable heritage management and design that honors the identity and memory of a place. Planning strategies should accommodate cultural assets by enhancing accessibility, signage, and amenities to culturally significant yet spatially disconnected areas and ensuring that local wisdom continues to inform and enrich contemporary urban development.
The Bilbao Effect in Indonesia: Architectural Representation and the New Image of Banyuwangi City Kusdiwanggo, Susilo; Azizah, Alya Lailatul
Local Wisdom Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Kearifan Lokal Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026): January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26905/lw.v18i1.15832

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This study analyzes the role of architectural representation in the city branding strategy of Banyuwangi Regency, which has undergone a transformation from a mystical city to a cultural city. The objective of this study is to comprehend the process of spatial representation through public architectural design developed during the leadership of Regent Azwar Anas (2010–2021). Utilizing a qualitative narrative approach within a constructivist paradigm and deductive reasoning, this study examines five iconic architectural projects revitalized in Banyuwangi and conducts in-depth interviews with six architects and project managers. A thorough examination of the data, employing open coding, axial coding, and selective coding techniques, revealed that architecture was strategically employed as a medium for transforming the city's identity through three main narratives: the local Bilbao effect shaping visual appeal; the representation of Osing culture through symbolic elements in building design; and the transformation of public perception through the revitalization of public spaces. The discussion establishes a connection between these narratives and the theories of the circuit of culture and urban cultural terraforming, thereby asserting that architectural representation is not merely aesthetic but also political, social, and cultural. These findings contribute to our expanded understanding of city branding as a multidimensional process and generate opportunities for further study on community involvement and the role of spatial policies in the production of urban identity. Keywords: Banyuwangi; Bilbao effect; City branding; City identity; Cultural representation; Iconic architecture; Revitalization of public spaces.
Structure and Meaning of Sabu Traditional Architecture: A Typology-Based Descriptive Anthropological Study Jeraman, Pilipus; Lake, Reginaldo Christophori; Hartanto, Irwan Muji; Sera, Novenrius Kornelius; Rodriques, Servatius
Local Wisdom Jurnal Ilmiah Kajian Kearifan Lokal Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026): January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26905/lw.v18i1.16475

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The traditional Sabu house (ammu hawu) represents the cultural values, cosmology, and social structure of the Sabu people who inhabit the dry island environment of East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. This study aims to examine the structure, typology, and symbolic meanings of Sabu architecture through a descriptive–anthropological approach integrated with typological analysis. This combined approach allows the Sabu house to be understood not only as a physical entity, but also as a symbolic system that embodies ancestral relations, ecological adaptation, and socio-cultural order. Data were collected through field observations, architectural documentation (2D and 3D), interviews with customary leaders and homeowners, and triangulated with literature on vernacular architecture and ethnographic studies in Eastern Indonesia. Typological analysis was employed to identify formal patterns, the tripartite spatial structure (lower–middle–upper), the taga batu construction system, east–west orientation, and functional variations of the house as a dwelling, ritual house, and storage house. Meanwhile, anthropological analysis was used to interpret the cosmological principles, gendered spatial organization (duru–wui), dualistic symbolism, and the maritime metaphors that underpin the conceptual foundation of Sabu architecture. The findings reveal that the Sabu house constitutes a microcosmic representation of the universe, expressed through its architectural composition. Elements such as tarru duru and tarru wui, the three-tiered spatial hierarchy (roä mengarru–kelaga–damu), ritual orientation, and the sequence of house-building rituals reflect the Sabu worldview regarding life, fertility, and ancestral presence. At the settlement level, the traditional village (rae) exhibits a consistent typology marked by East–West alignment, a central sacred space (telora), and genealogically structured spatial organization. This research contributes new insights through the integrated use of typological and anthropological frameworks, the production of technical 2D–3D visual documentation, and a more comprehensive interpretation of the cosmological and symbolic dualisms that inform the spatial and structural logic of Sabu architecture. This study provides an important contribution to the broader discourse on Indonesian vernacular architecture and offers a conceptual foundation for cultural preservation as well as the development of culturally responsive design practices, particularly in the Sabu-Raijua region.

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