FAMILIES AND HOUSING IN TRANSITION : An analysis of the influence of lifestyle on the arrangement of space as found in proposals of future housing

Abstract

This survey was conducted for the purpose of predicting future styles of families and their housing. The result indicates significant changes in values. A family is now a unit with an individual person as a basic component. Social services and networks gradually take over some of the roles of family members. The traditional formula of nLDK type of dwelling that limited the relation among 'society, family and individual' no longer applies. Instead variety of housing styles emerge as individuals begin to choose their own styles of relating with society and their families.