UTILISATION AND FURNISHING PATTERNS OF VERNACULAR HOUSING OF RĂȘINARI VILLAGE, SIBIU COUNTY, ROMANIA

Abstract

The paper presents research in the village of Răşinari, situated in the south region of Transilvania in Sibiu County, and investigated and evaluated a series of rural landmarks that could provide the necessary data to draw conclusions regarding the forms of specific vernacular architecture. The research was conducted at several levels (having a holistic approach): a) investigations concerning the urban and community structure (general data - geography, economy, utilities, population, surface and utilisation pattern of the built area, wooden species, architecture); b) detailed research regarding the household (indoor and outdoor, traditional wooden furniture, household annexes, construction details). The organic connection between the living space and its utilisation patterns, led to the creation of a harmonious vernacular indoor composition and layout. The shaping process of the interior was based on the reflection of the functional needs of everyday life. As these needs diversified, housing has undergone a number of changes on a functional and architectural level. This development was also driven by climatic and geographical conditions but also the technological development of wood processing. Three households were selected for detailed presentation the results of the investigation being structured in tables which contain drawings and photos.

Keywords

• vernacular furniture
• interior space
• Răşinari village
• on-site investigation