Natural stone is one of the oldest local building materials used by humans in construction due to its adaptability to the climate of the areas where it is located, its ease of access, durability, and affordability. Throughout history, stone has been a frequently preferred material for traditional housing construction in many provinces, districts, and rural settlements. Natural stone reserves and massifs are found throughout Anatolia. Uşak, where the study was conducted, is a city connecting the Aegean and Central Anatolia regions and is located within the Menderes Massif, a region of marble deposits in Western Anatolia. An examination of the rural settlements in the province, located at the transition point between geographical regions, revealed that traditional houses were constructed using different building materials and techniques. This difference is believed to stem from physical factors such as geography, climate, and local materials, as well as sociological factors such as lifestyle and socio-economic characteristics.
Based on a literature review and fieldwork, the traditional masonry houses of the villages of Cinoğlu, Eldeniz, and Hanoğlu, all located in the Sivaslı district of Uşak, southeast of the city of Uşak, were selected as the subject of this study. Marble, a distinct formation of the Menderes Massif, is found in the area encompassing three neighboring villages and their surroundings. This special stone was used as a building material in the construction of these traditional houses. The aim of this study is to reveal the architectural characteristics of the masonry houses in the villages of Cinoğlu, Eldeniz, and Hanoğlu, all located in the Sivaslı district of Uşak province, and to contribute to the literature. Fieldwork was conducted in the villages at various dates, and houses were examined in detail using photographic documentation, on-site observations, and measurements. The traditional masonry houses were evaluated in terms of construction materials, plan schemes, and façade elements.
Traditional House, Masonry, Building Material, Rural, Architectural Feature
By subscribing to E-Newsletter, you can get the latest news to your e-mail.
