Prehistoric Architecture in Asia

What do you call the architectural era wherein the earliest urban planning principles in Asia were established?

PREHISTORIC ARCHITECTURE IN ASIA

What famous structure in prehistoric Asia featured a shallow pit with a raised roof supported by posts, often with a central hearth?

JOMON PIT-DWELLINGS

What famous structure in prehistoric Asia provides clear evidence of early agricultural communities?

BANPO VILLAGE

What famous structure in prehistoric Asia reflects the social hierarchy and ancestral reverence of the time?

GOCHANG DOLMEN SITES

Which typology was usually used for sacred burials?

DOLMENS

Which facet of prehistoric Asians showed their necessity of protection?

The need of basic shelter

Which facet of prehistoric Asians showed evidence of organized labor?

Social cohesion

Which facet of prehistoric Asians showed their belief in the afterlife?

Sanctimonious ceremonies

Which material was commonly used in pit-dwellings?

Earth/Clay

Which material was commonly used for structural frames?

Wood/Timber

Which material was commonly used for megalithic structures?

Stone

Which prehistoric typology in Asia is described as semi-subterranean huts partially excavated into the ground?

Pit-dwellings

Which prehistoric typology in Asia is described as a central gathering place for a village?

Communal houses

Which prehistoric typology in Asia is described as early fortifications around settlements?

Defensive ditches

What were the three organic materials used as construction materials discussed in the lecture?

bamboo, thatch, and reed

Name three (3) concepts that Prehistoric Architecture in Asia contributed to the modern society.

VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE, SUBTERRANEAN/EARTH-SHELTERED DESIGN, and BASIC FORM-FINDING

Name two (2) construction methods that originated with Prehistoric Architecture in Asia.

RAMMED EARTH AND TIMBER CONSTRUCTION