Interaction Among Social, Cultural and Environmental Factors in Vernacular Settlements. The Case of Korogonianika, in Lakonia, Greece
Interaction Among Social, Cultural and Environmental Factors in Vernacular Settlements. The Case of Korogonianika, in Lakonia, Greece
Author(s): Evgenia TousiSubject(s): Regional Geography, Cultural Anthropology / Ethnology, Rural and urban sociology, Sociology of the arts, business, education, Environmental interactions
Published by: Exeley Inc.
Keywords: Greek vernacular settlements; environmental assessment; socio-spatial interaction; sustainability;
Summary/Abstract: The article presents the main findings of a research focusing on the unique attributes of vernacular architectural heritage of Southern Greece. The analysis of the interaction between social, cultural and environmental factors, is based on literature review and field work. This interaction is portrayed through the use of a pilot case study, the village Korogonianika which is a typical and representative example for all vernacular settlements of eastern Mani. Field work involves original cartographic depiction, photos, drawings as well as participant observation and interviews.
Journal: Journal of Sustainable Architecture and Civil Engineering
- Issue Year: 27/2020
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 32-39
- Page Count: 8
- Language: English