Zulu huts are dome-shaped structures that served as the primary vernacular dwellings of the Zulu people. These traditional beehive huts are known as iQukwane. To construct them, a frame is first created around a circular profile, with wooden poles bent inward toward the center. The frame is then covered by weaving a thatch of dried grasses, resulting in a dome-shaped structure. A grid of ropes is added from the apex point to the hut's surface, supporting the woven thatch and contributing to the unique architectural character that defines the identity of these vernacular homes.
No comments:
Post a Comment