FORM AND FUNCTION OF PENDHAPA (TRADITIONAL JAVANESE HALL) IN JAVANESE SOCIETY

Abstract

Pendhapa in this paper is traditional Javanese hall. Form and function of Pendhapa have a characteristic. The discussion of Pendhapa in this paper is more emphasis on form and function in build communication in the Javanese people. It shows on its form and functions of the pendhapa. The method of this research is a qualitative research. We use observation, in depth interview, and content analysis. The research found that pendhapa generally shaped Joglo, and is the only house that is owned by the noble persons. Joglo is in square a with four -poster as the main pillar. The four pillars support the roof towering in the middle. The main pillar in the Joglo house often called Saka Guru. And the roof in the middle of Joglo house is called the roof Brunjung. Pendhapa initially serves as a gathering place and deliberation. Pendhapa in the place of social interaction between citizens to know each other. In Traditional Javanese house, Pendhapa often called front home and serves as a living room. Pendhapa often also called open room or public room. However, in its development Pendhapa can function as a social communication space or can also called as a social communication media. It is associated with the development of the culture and lifestyle of the people in the open society.