Dream Traditional Joglo House of the Modern Era, Keeping T

Having a traditional Javanese joglo house or indigenous house in the present day is not considered outdated or old-fashioned. In fact, in the era of Industry 4.0, which is rapidly advancing and heavily influenced by foreign cultures, the joglo house has become something rare and of fantastic value.

Therefore, as the younger generation of the nation, we should continue to preserve this authentic heritage of our archipelago's culture. Traditional houses are indeed rich with a traditional atmosphere, but nowadays, we can blend their interior designs by adopting trending interior designs.

Even in the current era, a joglo-style traditional house can be your dream home. In fact, living in an environment like this can feel like being in a serene, peaceful, and cool villa. Moreover, the design of a traditional house is unique; each part is carefully considered, creating its own aesthetic and artistic impression. What's even more unique is that every part of the house carries its own philosophy.

The Joglo Traditional House itself originates from Java, specifically Central Java. However, it has spread to East Java, Bali, and Madura as well.

In the present time, it's indeed difficult to find traditional houses, especially in urban areas. Many people have shifted to modern styles of houses adopted from Western homes.

To make you even more interested in owning a joglo traditional house, let's explore its design from exterior to interior.

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The first aspect is the exterior design of the joglo house, which is very distinctive. The roof is pyramid-shaped, and there's a spacious terrace. The Joglo House tends to have a close connection to nature. The atmosphere becomes even more refreshing with plants planted around the house.

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Next, moving to the front part of the joglo house is the Pendopo. The Pendopo is the foremost part of the joglo house, a spacious room without partitions. This area is usually used for hosting significant events like thanksgiving ceremonies, gatherings, etc.

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Further on, there's the Pringgitan, which connects the Pendopo and the Dalem house. This area is usually used as a living room, only separated by partitions, while the Dalem house is separated by wooden carved walls called gebyok.

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Before entering the house, on the front, right, and left sides of the joglo house, there are long terraces.

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After the Pringgitan, you enter the Dalem house, which is the central part of the Joglo House. The Dalem house consists of three rooms: senthong tengen, senthong kiwo, and senthong tengah. These rooms serve as private areas for resting.

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This joglo house is also equipped with an ethnic Javanese kitchen. It's evident from the classical and aged wooden elements.

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Moving to the backyard, there's a gazebo. This gazebo can serve as an outdoor relaxation area.

Those are the unique designs of a joglo traditional house, from the exterior to the interior. So, millennials, are you interested in having a modern-day dream joglo house that resembles a villa? And of course, having a traditional house like this won't neglect our heritage.