Investigating the Level of Responsiveness of Vernacular Architecture to the Needs of Citizens in Sari, Iran

Abstract

Vernacular architecture is a branch of architecture based on the regional needs of construction and urban development field, and it is regarded as  the reflection of the traditions of different regions. Vernacular architecture is evolved through time on environmental, cultural, historical backgrounds and geographical features of that region and it is utterly created and developed in accommodation with the domestic habitation environment. Thus, a socially accepted architecture is the presentation of the society's ideals. The vernacular architecture is the simplest way of responding to the human needs and it seems that in the modern architecture, most of its values are forgotten. Most of the new buildings are constructed without any harmony and relationship with its environment. It seems that following the icons and the principals of the vernacular architecture  is closer to the mental schemas of the audience which are more familiar with the concept. Also, it is easier for them to comprehend the spaces and therefore it can have a more efficient connection with it. This research tries to see whether people are interested in the vernacular architecture in real life or not. The methodology of this research is descriptive- analytic.  Sari was selected as the sample based on regional selection.