Contenido Balinese Architecture

Balinese style villas and resorts are popping up everywhere—from Ibiza to St Barts to Singapore. But what is Balinese architecture? And why is it so popular today?

Traditional Balinese houses, temples and pavilions are designed to allow man to exist in harmony with the natural forces of the universe—reflecting core Balinese beliefs about man's place in relation to the cosmos, the gods, the ancestors, and the world around him. Innovative local and Western architects have been designing resorts and villas on Bali for decades, drawing their inspiration from these local traditions.

In this one-of-a-kind book, author Julian Davison provides a comprehensive guide to Balinese architectural forms, the Balinese belief system, the rituals associated with building, the materials and construction techniques, and the intricate ornamentation used. Over 100 watercolor illustrations and photographs provide a clear picture of the island's architecture as well as an eye-opening look at a culture and a people that have captivated the world's imagination.

Contents

- Balinese Architecture and Belief Systems
- The Balisene Architectural Lexicon
- Architecture and Social Status
- Building Materials and Construction Techniques
- Layout of the Compound
- The Dwelling Compound
- Pavilions
- Decorative Features
- The Balinese VIllage
- Public Buildings
- Balinese Palaces
- Water Pavilions
- Bali Aga Architecture
- Balinese Palaces
- Water Pavilions
- Bali Aga Architecture
- Balinese Temples and Shrines
- The Archetypal Temple
- A Resting Place for the Gods
- Ornamentation and Iconography
- A Typology of Temples
- Village Temples
- Death and the Afterlife
- Sacred Rice and Subak Temples
- Cave Temples and Rock-cut Sanctuaries
- Sacred Bathing Places
- The Majapahit Past
- The Nirartha Legacy
- Pura Besakih
- Pura Luhur Uluwatu
- Comtemporary Hotels and Resorts
- Comtemporary Residences
- Gardens and Water Features
- Glossary
- Bibliografy