Pengaruh The Influence of Dutch Colonial Architecture: A Case Study of Dutch Heritage Buildings in Langsa City

In addition to leaving behind deep trauma, the Dutch also left their influence on the architecture of buildings. The development of Dutch colonial architecture in Indonesia was a complex process and reflected historical, social, and cultural dynamics during the colonial period. The periodization of Dutch colonial architecture in Indonesia can be divided into three phases, namely the VOC architectural phase, the transition and empire phase, and the modern colonial phase. This study uses a literature study research method using a descriptive analysis approach that involves the process of collecting, evaluating, and interpreting data or literature sources relevant to the topic being studied. This approach emphasizes critical analysis of the information obtained from these sources, with the aim of identifying significant patterns, trends and relationships. Colonial buildings are a reflection of the power relations and adaptation of Dutch architecture with the archipelago. Elements of colonial architecture are characterized by several main characteristics, such as: the use of high and wide gable roofs as an adaptation to prevent high rainfall and create good air circulation, wide porticoes (galleries) used as transitional spaces between interiors and exteriors, ventilation and wide openings Dutch colonial architecture in Indonesia is a complex heritage that goes beyond just the physical expression of buildings, rather, it is an in-depth representation of cultural interactions, power dynamics, and ongoing processes of social transformation. During the colonial period, architecture not only served as a container of human activity, but also served as a sophisticated medium of communication that recorded complex historical narratives.