Existing Mono-Cell and Multi-Cell Low-Rise Dry, Hollowed Constructions

Abstract

The paper focuses on trulli, which are ancient typical drystone constructions with inner hollow largely spread in the Puglia region in the southern part of Italy. The trullo is the cheapest structure that can be built in a calcareous territory using plain stones without using any mortar, and has assumed a number of different forms, initially used as protection for the farm equipment, and later evolving into a house. This paper presents the evolution over time of these structures, as well as their description and treatment from a structural point of view. The simplicity of both the materials and techniques for realizing these structures is currently the basis of many projects for the development and progress in emerging countries, and makes the study of their mechanics very topical.