| Title | Northeast Indian Vernacular architecture styleRare |
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| Description | Characterized by climate-responsive designs using locally available materials like bamboo, wood, and thatch, this style reflects the diverse cultural and environmental contexts of Northeast India. |
| Also Known As | Indigenous Khasi architecture Vernacular Nature-based materials adaptation. Traditional Khasi Architecture Indigenous Tribal Architecture of Meghalaya Vernacular Architecture of Northeast India Elements of Hindu Temple Architecture Influence of Bengali Temple Style Traces of Ahom Architecture Hints of Koch Architecture |
| Tags | Vernacular Northeast India Bamboo architecture Sustainable Traditional |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-5600056394-01:57:54:03:07:21:NIVAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/northeast-indian-vernacular-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/northeast-indian-vernacular-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
| Regions | Assam Meghalaya Manipur Mizoram Nagaland Tripura Arunachal Pradesh |
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| Sacred Contexts | Community spaces Religious sites Residential buildings |
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| Primary Materials | Bamboo Timber Thatch Mud Stone |
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| Architectural Features | Elevated structures Sloping roofs Use of local materials Climate-responsive design |
| Keywords | Vernacular Northeast India Bamboo architecture Sustainable Traditional |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Indigenous Architecture of Northeast India | book | Overview of vernacular building traditions in the region. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
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| Mahadev Khola Dham Shillong | Secondary | 100% |