Sculptural Architecture of Traditional Libyan Houses in the Mountainous Region

Sultana Ali Saad Omar

This research examines the environmental architectural style of underground excavated homes (troglodyte/pit houses) in Libya's mountainous region (such as Gharyan, Zintan, and Jadu). It analyzes construction methods, interior design, as well as thermal and optical environmental adaptation systems. Additionally, it provides a comparative study between traditional pit houses in Libya and Tunisia (such as Matmata) to highlight similarities, differences, and their current state.

Sculptural Architecture, Pit Houses (Earth-Sheltered Homes), Mountainous Region, Environmental Adaptation, Gharyan, Matmata.