Deciphering spatial identity using space syntax analysis:

The eastern Hodna, presented to the late 1990s a landscape marked by modest rural homes. In early 2000s, this region was subjected an accelerated process of economic changes, which had let appear new domestic architectural framework, commonly called "DiarCharpenti”. goal paper is focus on internal space layout type houses and decrypt its identity emergence. Thus, key question investigation see whether, or what extent, their spatial structure in consistency with repertoire region. methodology used for based two different approaches. first one qualitative: typology (Panerai, Demorgon, & Depaule, 2002). second approach quantitative: syntax (Hillier, 1996). verification comparative parameters upon method that we developed ourselves: counting integration / segregation percentage. This research has shown ancestral models Hodna are, indeed, ascendant types 70% specimens, proves spatiality "DiarCharpenti" therefore rather primitive than original. article able provide information elements have always represented Hodni, through generations, real consensus, shed light design preferences now form style Hodna. could help those responsible "act building" better plan residential housing these Algerian regions.