• Vikas S. P.
• Sagar V.G.
• Manoj Kumar G.
• NEERAJA JAYAN

Vernacular architecture can be defined as that architecture characterized based on the function, construction materials and traditional knowledge specific and unique to its location. It is indigenous to a specific time and place and also incorporates the skills and expertise of local builders. The paper is elaborated on the basis of case studies of settlements in the Coastal region of Karnataka with special reference to Barkur and Brahmavar of Udupi regions. It has evolved over generations with the available building materials, climatic conditions and local craftsmanship. However, some examples of vernacular architecture are still found in Barkur and Brahmavar. These vernacular residential dwellings provided with various passive solar techniques including natural cooling systems and are more comfortable compared to the contemporary buildings in today's context. This research paper into various parameters which defines the vernacular architecture of coastal Karnataka and how these parameters can be interpreted in today’s context so that it can be used effectively in the future residential designs.

sustainable, vernacular architecture, modern building, sustainability.

"Learning from the Past: Study on Sustainable Features from Vernacular Architecture in Coastal Karnataka.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 12, page no.1091-1113, December 2018, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIREB06130.pdf

"Learning from the Past: Study on Sustainable Features from Vernacular Architecture in Coastal Karnataka.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 12, page no. pp1091-1113, December 2018, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIREB06130.pdf