| Title | Courtyard architecture style |
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| Description | Courtyard architecture, prevalent across India, features enclosed or semi-enclosed outdoor spaces integrated within buildings, providing ventilation, light, and a focal point for social and ritual activities. |
| Tags | Angan Nalukettu Chowk Atrium Open-to-sky Courtyard Ventilation Light Social space |
| Style ID | INHF-144191526-18-11-25-CR |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/courtyard-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/courtyard-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 2 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Rajasthan Gujarat Kerala Tamil Nadu |
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| Time Periods | Ancient to present Ancient-Present |
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| Dynasties | Maurya Gupta Rajput Mughal |
| Sacred Contexts | Domestic Religious Community Hindu temples Residential buildings Public spaces |
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| Primary Materials | Brick Stone Wood |
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| Architectural Features | Open space Enclosure Ventilation Privacy Ritual space Enclosed walls Verandahs Central water feature |
| Keywords | Angan Nalukettu Chowk Atrium Open-to-sky Courtyard Ventilation Light Social space |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Courtyard Houses of India | Book | Study of courtyard typologies across India. |
| Traditional Indian Architecture | Book | General overview of traditional architectural elements. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Mariamman Temple Cato Manor Durban | Secondary | 100% |
| Tshwane India Charity & Cultural Centre (Mariamman Temple Pretoria) | Secondary | 100% |