INFLUENCE OF ENVIRONMENT IN ARCHITECTURE KUTAI

Rumah Kutai architecture typically has a roof angle of 45o to 50o, which is about the same as the angle of the roof Malay House Roof length in Negeri Sembilan, Melaka and Pahang. Steep roof shape and height would surely be influenced by climate and topography. The effect of climate have given the idea to artisans traditional Malay house to form a fairly steep roof and high roof, which can accelerate the flushing water on the roof that uses ingredients from leaf without infiltration and leakage. Apart from accelerating rainfall, steep and high roof it also provides ventilation for the room in the house. This makes the residents live in comfort even during hot weather. In addition, climatic factors also affect the shape of the density of the screen.