Abstract:
This study aimed to gain an understanding about architectural expression, specifically in the architecture
of Provincial House of Representative Building. The method used for this research consist of the followings: Firstly,
to develop an understanding of architectural expression. At this stage, this understanding would also be elaborated
with the design principles of provincial house of representative building. Based on this elaboration, a framework
was developed to analyse the case study. Secondly, to describe the shape of the building as a whole as well as each
of its element based on the predefined analytical framework. Thirdly, to interpret the architectural expression that
appeared in every aspect of the built form. The study concluded that the architecture of Provincial House of
Representative Building should be able not only to express monumentality and formality, but also refers to the icon
of local culture, besides representing the ideas of democracy. The outputs of the research could enrich the
vocabulary of architectural theory, by providing an in-depth understanding of architectural form and expression in
general as well as in provincial house of representative building. This understanding could also serve as
recommendations for both architects and stakeholders.
Description:
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED RESEARCH IN DYNAMICAL AND CONTROL SYSTEMS; Vol.10, 02-Special Issue, 2018. .1543-1552.