SRM Institute of Science & Technology

(Deemed to be university u/s 3 of UGC Act, 1956)

School of Architecture & Interior Design
MODEL EXAM
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Degree : B.Arch Branch : Architecture
Semester : V Date : 10/11/2021
Course Code & Name : 19ARE313T - VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE
Duration : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
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ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS

PART A (10 X 2 = 20 MARKS)

1. Define vernacular architecture. (2)

2. Differentiate kutcha and pucca architecture. (2)
3. Sketch a Toda Dwelling. (2)
4. Mention any two climatic and cultural factors influencing the architecture in (2)
Nepal.
5. Write short note on Dravidian architecture. (2)
6. What is the concept of cosmology of construction methods? (2)
7. What are the regional materials used in the middle eastern countries? (2)
8. What is the role of the architect in the development of vernacular building in (2)
India?
9. Define Tarawad. (2)
10. What do you understand by the term: (2)
(I) Thinnai
(II) Mugappu

PART B (5 X 16 = 80 MARKS)
11 A Explain how vernacular architecture is influenced by the environment, culture (16)
and religious practices of that place.
(OR)
11 B Discuss the following: (4)
(i) Archaeological approach (4)
(ii) Anthropological approach
(iii) Behavioral Approach (4)
(iv) Architectural Approach (4)

12 A Explain the vernacular architecture of hot and dry region in India and (16)
 SRM Institute of Science & Technology
(Deemed to be university u/s 3 of UGC Act, 1956)
School of Architecture & Interior Design
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illustrate with an example.
(OR)
12 B Explain how vernacular architecture is influenced by the environment, culture (16)
and religious practices of Toda huts in Tamil Nadu.

13 A Explain your ideas and views on contemporary vernacular architecture (16)

through suitable examples.
(OR)
13 B Discuss in detail the construction methods, vernacular materials of various (16)
regions of India with relevant examples and illustrations.

14 A Sketch and explain any ONE architect’s work of middle eastern countries. (16)

(OR)
14 B Describe the salient features of vernacular architecture in South East Asia (16)
with examples.

15 A Explain the characteristic features and spatial planning of Chettinad dwelling (16)
with a neat sketch.
(OR)
15 B Discuss in detail the Kerala’s traditional dwelling, its housing design, (16)
planning, construction techniques and other necessary detail with suitable
sketches.
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