Housing and Cultural Dimensions

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How do socio-demographic variables impact house design?

They solely determine materials used in construction.

They influence decoration choices and social class status. (correct)

They affect income only.

They have no effect on the design process.

What does territory refer to in the context of housing?

The interior design of a living space.

The boundaries established for privacy and control. (correct)

The overall size of the house.

The social networks of the occupants.

Which factor is NOT part of the individual life cycle stages affecting housing preferences?

Youth Stage

Retirement Stage (correct)

Adulthood Stage

Infancy Stage

In Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which dimension addresses the psychological aspect of housing?

Meeting user’s primary and secondary needs. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a shared value that houses reflect?

Religious practices. Signup and view all the answers

What role does household income play in housing values?

It influences personal and social prestige values. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects privacy within a house?

The exterior design of the house. Signup and view all the answers

How do housing preferences typically change?

In response to market conditions and personal aspirations. Signup and view all the answers

What type of access allows dwellings to be stacked up to very great heights?

Central Lift Access Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes horizontal access?

Access via communal corridors inside the building. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of gallery buildings?

They provide communal access along the front facades. Signup and view all the answers

How does vertical access typically affect the stacking of dwellings?

It enables stacking with no height limitations. Signup and view all the answers

What type of access is characterized by enhanced privacy due to shielding from circulation zones?

Horizontal Access Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary benefits of double height dwellings?

Enhanced natural light penetration Signup and view all the answers

Which spaces are classified as non-habitable?

Toilets and laundry rooms Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum depth for a dwelling with three zones deep and one zone wide?

10 meters Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue when attempting to add more than three zones in depth?

Natural light and ventilation may not reach all zones Signup and view all the answers

In single-oriented units, where are habitable spaces typically located?

Along the facade area Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of long narrow buildings with a 6-meter depth?

Long internal corridors Signup and view all the answers

How does the width of an apartment building relate to its facade surface?

It is directly proportional Signup and view all the answers

What is one problem associated with adding more than three zones in width?

Inadequate sources of natural light and ventilation Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of a corridor-every-floor system?

It provides natural ventilation even on the back side of single-oriented units. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of corridor system is common for duplex dwelling units?

Skip-stop corridor every second floor Signup and view all the answers

How does a double-loaded system benefit residential buildings?

By reducing the vertical separation of a floor through divisions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the core in a residential building?

To provide access to elevators and staircases. Signup and view all the answers

What is an unusual feature of a corridor every third floor system?

It alternates corridor access with non-corridor units. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of community that differentiates it from merely a group of people?

Social interaction and support Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'body territory' refer to in spatial relationships?

Personal space surrounding an individual Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy is NOT mentioned for overcoming invasion in spatial relationships?

Communication Signup and view all the answers

What is the average depth of a double-orientation unit?

10 meters Signup and view all the answers

Which type of dwelling generally has toilets and storage in the back, and kitchen and bedrooms around the edges?

Double-Orientation Unit Signup and view all the answers

How does total facade surface relate to natural light in dwellings?

It determines the quantity of natural light entering the space Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the facade area when creating deep dwellings?

It remains constant despite increased floor area Signup and view all the answers

What influences the size needs of an apartment aside from occupant preference?

Social habits and cultural norms Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cultural Dimension

Houses reflect the cultural values and norms of the society they are built in.
These values are expressed in the design and function of the house.
Cultural norms can shape the understanding of public and private spaces.

Socioeconomic variables influence the design of houses.
Age, gender, income, and social class affect the design of homes.
The family life cycle, including stages from infancy to retirement, can influence home design.

Psychological Dimension

The psychological dimension considers a person's needs and preferences.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can be applied to understand housing needs.
Housing values represent a person's beliefs about life and acceptable behavior.

Behavioral Needs

Privacy, territoriality, and community are important behavioral needs.
Privacy can be affected by the number of occupants in a unit and their activities.
Territoriality refers to a sense of ownership and control over a space.
Community offers social interaction, support, and safety.

General Considerations in Home Design

Size: Determines the number of usable spaces that can be created.
Orientation: Affects natural light and ventilation.
- Single-Orientation Unit: One facade for light and ventilation, often shallower and wider.
- Double-Orientation Unit: Two facades for light and ventilation, similar depth and width.
- Double-Orientation Unit Open-Ended: Two opposite facades for light and ventilation, deeper and narrower.
Total Facade Surface: Determines the maximum amount of natural light.
Deep Dwellings: Increase floor area but have limited natural light.
Wide Dwellings: Facade length increases proportionally with the floor area.
Double Height Dwellings: Facade surface area increases with floor area, allowing light deeper into the dwelling.

Spatial Arrangements of Living Spaces

Habitable Spaces: Areas for long-lasting activities, requiring natural light and ventilation.
Non-Habitable Spaces: Areas not requiring natural light and ventilation, such as toilets, laundry, and storage.
Single Space Dwelling: All activities take place in one space.
Depth: Impacts natural daylight and ventilation:
- The Choice of Apartment Typology
- The Stacking Solution
- The Site Size, Geometry, Orientation, and Topography
Width + Depth:
- The width of an apartment building is proportional to the facade surface area.
- Single orientation dwellings often have habitable spaces on the facade and circulation areas in the back.

Dwelling Access

Access forms a zone between the private dwelling and the public realm.
Street: Dwelling is accessible at ground level.
Staircase: Dwelling accessed through a communal staircase, allowing for vertical stacking.
Central Lift Access: Dwelling accessed through a communal lift, enabling high-rise buildings.
Corridor: Dwelling accessed through a horizontal route inside the building.
- Two Basic Types:
  - Single-loaded or gallery: Corridor on every floor.
  - Double-loaded: Split-level system.
Gallery: Dwelling accessed through a communal horizontal route along dwelling facades.
- Every Floor: Circulation faces the back side, while the dwelling faces the front.
- Every Two Floors: Alternating corridor system, resulting in maisonette units.
- Every Three Floors: Less common type.
Double Loaded System: Reduces vertical separation by dividing spaces into half floors.

Core in a Residential Building

The 'core' is the main structure, containing elevators, staircases, shafts, and building service systems.

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Explore how cultural, social, psychological, and behavioral dimensions influence housing design and values. This quiz delves into the interplay of societal norms, socioeconomic factors, and individual preferences in shaping our living spaces. Discover how these elements collectively impact the functionality and aesthetics of homes.