Research Article

Socio-Cultural Context of Aklanon’s House Construction

Authors

  • Victoria Gepty Aklan State University, Philippines

Abstract

 

Abstract

 

The research delved on the Socio – Cultural significance of Aklanon House Construction. Details were kept into consideration and importance such as the construction site, shape of the building, the arrangement of rooms and the position of all structures for house truly influence life’s direction, living and fortune. Through the utilization of qualitative research design specifically narrative inquiry, experiences and cultural beliefs of house builder and constructors can be recognize and be appreciated. The research was conducted at Libacao, in the Southern part of Aklan and considered as one of the oldest towns.  Participants were house owners, carpenters, an engineer and an architect. Results revealed that beliefs were attached before, during and house construction. Along with the beliefs and practices, the impact of house construction were household good fortune, feeling of blissfulness, success, harmony, optimism and good life.

Article information

Journal

Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Studies

Volume (Issue)

7 (4)

Pages

15-25

Published

06-04-2025

How to Cite

Gepty, V. (2025). Socio-Cultural Context of Aklanon’s House Construction. Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Studies, 7(4), 15-25. https://doi.org/10.32996/jhsss.2025.7.4.2

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Keywords:

Socio – Cultural Context; Aklanon’s House Construction