| dc.description.abstract | Traditional architecture is an essential part of cultural heritage that
reflects the lifestyle, values, and social structure of a community. One of the
distinctive forms of traditional architecture in Indonesia is Malay architecture.
This research aims to explore the unique characteristics of the Puri Melayu Sri
Menanti Traditional House and examine the functions and roles embodied within
those features. A descriptive-qualitative method was employed, with data
collected through observation, in-depth interviews, documentation, and literature
study to obtain contextual field data.The study found that the Puri Melayu Sri
Menanti House holds several unique elements: it is the only traditional house in
Tebing Tinggi City, built as a two-story stilt structure. The upper floor consists of
bedrooms, a prayer room, a guest room, an office for the house manager, a
central living area, a kitchen, and a Malay wedding stage. The lower floor serves
as a space for weaving traditional songket fabric, with weaving tools and finished
products displayed in small glass cabinets. The courtyard features paintings of
Malay customs, such as traditional wedding attire, and a pavilion for
relaxation.Three categories of ornamental symbols were identified: plant-based
(fern leaves and young bean shoots), animal-based (Lebah Bergantung Kuntum
Setaman), and geometric (violin lattice, grille, wheel, and perforated patterns).
The house is not open to the public but serves an educational purpose, especially
for student visits, to transmit Malay cultural values and support cultural learning. | en_US |
