This project examines four case studies of vernacular buildings in two villages, Giritengah and Tuksongo, in the Borobudur area. The two houses in Giritengah represent traditional kampung-style roofs with walls made of wood or bamboo. In comparison, the two houses in Tuksongo feature the distinctive limasan-style roofs, common to the region.

Case Study 1 focuses on Mbah Kabul’s house in Giritengah. The property comprises several structures, each serving a different function. The main house includes a living room, pantry, prayer room, and storage area. Adjacent to the main house is an additional building now occupied by Mbah Kabul’s child. A livestock pen also houses goats, chickens, and a few guinea pigs.

Behind the main house lies a drying area for slondok, a snack Mbah Kabul’s daughter produced as part of her business. Near the additional house is a storage area for bamboo strips, which serve as spare building materials. Interestingly, the kitchen is a separate structure located outside the main house. The open area between the main house, the additional building, and the kitchen is used for drying various household products. This layout reflects the integration of living space and economic activity, illustrating how the local architecture adapts to meet the daily needs of rural families.

Case Study 2 focuses on Mbah Mansyur’s house in Giritengah, which also features a kampung-style roof. The main part of the house is constructed with wooden walls, while the kitchen, located at the back, uses woven bamboo walls. The kitchen, though technically a separate structure, is closely attached to the main house with only a small gap between them, maintaining proximity while allowing for functional separation between the living spaces and cooking areas.

The main house is composed of several key spaces: a living room, a family room, and two bedrooms. Despite the availability of these rooms, many of them are not actively used, as Mbah Mansyur lives in the house with only his wife. As a result, some of the spaces remain unoccupied, reflecting the changing needs of the household over time.

Additionally, there is an extension on the west side of the house. This extension has created a small open yard space that serves as a practical area for both storage and livestock. The yard provides space for keeping animals and storing necessary materials, which is essential for maintaining the daily operations of the household.

The entire house is built on a raised stone platform, which elevates the structure and provides a solid foundation for the buildings. In front of the house, there is a small porch (serambi), which serves as an entry point and provides a modest outdoor space at the front of the home. The porch functions as a transitional area between the exterior and interior of the house.