Cultural and Needs–based Housing Development Case Study: The Bugis Community in Makassar City

A smart housing form fulfillment if refers to the culture and resident needs. This study aimed to identify the communities opinion regard the needs and ideas of housing form based on cultural in Bugis residential areas in Makassar. This study analyzed through statistical methods based on the human needs theory. Results of the study indicate that needs of the community to the housing in general has fulfilled expectations. The application form of Bugis house in Makassar suggested using a modern house form with traditional style. Fulfillment aspects of security, comfort, and convenience can support Makassar city into a smart city.