Resilient Architectural Heritage: A Study of Earthquake resistant Traditional Construction in Kashmir

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10.2991/978-94-6463-964-3_3How to use a DOI?

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Earthquake-Resistant Construction; Traditional Construction Methods; Hybrid Construction Approach; Seismic Resilience; Structure Stability

Abstract

The Himalayan mountains surround Kashmir which showcases an impressive architectural heritage that demonstrates the creative strength and enduring spirit of its inhabitants. The architectural style of Kashmir depends heavily on wood because it serves as the primary construction material. The construction material wood plays a central role in building structures which demonstrate exceptional seismic resistance. The Indian Standard codes identify Kashmir as Seismic Zone 5 because of its high earthquake risk. The construction systems of Taq and Dhaj-i-Dewari emerged as solutions to handle the extreme environmental conditions. The two architectural styles share a common feature because they use wood as their main structural component. The research investigates traditional building systems for earthquake resistance through their analysis of wood-based structural elements. The research investigates how wood maintains stability through its material properties and connection points and construction methods. The research examines how different materials and connection points and construction techniques work together to build earthquake-resistant buildings. The research investigates why people choose to abandon traditional building methods through its comparison between local construction techniques and modern architectural approaches. The research delivers essential knowledge about a hybrid method which explains how traditional architectural elements from specific regions can enhance contemporary design through local solutions.

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AU  - Christopher Joseph Varghese
AU  - Anju Mani Kalita
AU  - Sajida Shahnum
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/12/31
TI  - Resilient Architectural Heritage: A Study of Earthquake resistant Traditional Construction in Kashmir
BT  - Proceedings of the Conference Series on Sustainable Architecture Circular Economy (SACE 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 24
EP  - 47
SN  - 3005-155X
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-964-3_3
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-964-3_3
ID  - Varghese2025
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