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Which type of housing is common in rural areas with large plots of land?
What kind of housing type typically has provision for driveways for parking and garages?
In which type of housing are small bungalows to large, luxurious homes found?
Which housing type is commonly found in dense urban settings?
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What type of housing has consideration for appropriate neighborhoods with a large number of corner lots and alleys?
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What is the main difference between semi-detached and duplex housing?
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What type of neighborhoods are potentially appropriate for terraced housing?
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What is a common characteristic of low-rise apartments?
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What is the main purpose of social housing projects?
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What is the distinguishing feature of traditional Philippine housing Bahay Kubo?
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Study Notes
Housing Types
- Rural areas with large plots of land typically feature estate housing, characterized by scattered homes on large plots of land.
- Suburban housing often includes provision for driveways, parking, and garages, with a focus on single-family homes.
- Suburban housing encompasses a range of home styles, from small bungalows to large, luxurious homes.
Urban Housing
- Apartment housing is commonly found in dense urban settings, offering a high-density living option.
- Townhouse housing is suitable for neighborhoods with a large number of corner lots and alleys, often featuring shared walls with adjacent homes.
Semi-Detached and Duplex Housing
- The main difference between semi-detached housing and duplex housing is that semi-detached homes share a wall with a neighboring unit, while duplex homes are divided into two separate units, often with separate entrances.
Terraced Housing
- Terraced housing, also known as row houses, is suitable for dense urban neighborhoods, where adjacent homes share walls.
Low-Rise Apartments
- A common characteristic of low-rise apartments is that they have fewer floors than high-rise apartments, typically 4-6 stories.
Social Housing
- The main purpose of social housing projects is to provide affordable housing options for low-income individuals or families.
Traditional Philippine Housing
- The distinguishing feature of traditional Bahay Kubo, a type of Philippine housing, is its cube-like structure with a thatched roof.
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This quiz covers various topics related to architecture and housing in the Philippines, including history, theory, typologies, characteristics, styles, urbanization, policies, finance, social and cultural aspects, current challenges, and future trends.
