Multicomponent evaluation of the socio-spatial patterns of Anatolian houses

The relationship between architectural forms and sociocultural structures has gained considerable attention in recent years, as the formation of houses depends on both physical and sociocultural factors. To ensure the sustainability of modern housing design, it is crucial to examine traditional housing structures, which are based on local characteristics. In this study, the socio-spatial patterns of Anatolian houses were analyzed using multicomponent (quantitative and qualitative) methods and genotypes were identified. Within the scope of this study, 18 houses of traditional architectural qualities were selected. During the qualitative research phase, a literature review and oral history interviews with residents and both former and current users of the houses were conducted. Based on these findings, usage patterns were then determined. For the quantitative research phase, the socio-spatial pattern was analyzed using the space syntax method. Finally, the results of the two phases were evaluated together, and conclusions were drawn on the genotypic characteristics of Anatolian houses and the relationship among daily life, culture, and space. Based on a multicomponent evaluation, this study revealed that an architectural pattern based on socio-spatial structures emerged in Anatolian houses.