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11. Housing Expansion Post-Tsunami

The chapter discusses the impacts of natural disasters on communities, focusing on housing, social networks, and resilience practices in the aftermath of events like tsunamis. It highlights the importance of participatory approaches in relocation efforts and examines the adjustments communities make to restore their social fabric and traditional practices. The role of architecture in reflecting community needs and cultural practices post-disaster is also emphasized.

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Sections

  • 1

    Housing Expansion Post-Tsunami

    The section explores the changes in housing patterns and community dynamics following the tsunami, highlighting both physical and social adaptations.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.1

    Case Study: Tharangambadi

    This section discusses the impact of the tsunami on the social structures and housing in Tharangambadi, focusing on community interactions and the resulting adaptations.

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  • 1.2

    Architectural Efforts And Community Participation

    This section discusses the community-driven architectural changes following disaster events, emphasizing how homes and public spaces evolve through local participation.

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  • 1.3

    Mental Mapping And Community Interaction

    This section explores the impact of relocation on community interaction and mental mapping following a tsunami disaster, emphasizing how spatial changes influence social cohesion.

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  • 1.4

    Social Dynamics And Community Interaction

    This section discusses the impact of community interactions and social dynamics in post-disaster scenarios, particularly in Tharangambadi.

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  • 2

    Community Adaptations And Challenges

    This section explores the adaptations and challenges faced by communities following infrastructure disruptions, emphasizing the role of participatory approaches in recovery.

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  • 2.1

    Physical Extensions And Social Spaces

    The section discusses how communities adapt their physical spaces and social structures in response to environmental changes, highlighting the transformations after the tsunami in Tharangambadi.

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  • 2.2

    Cultural Shifts In Domestic Spaces

    This section explores the cultural shifts in domestic spaces influenced by disasters, highlighting changes in housing and community dynamics.

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  • 2.3

    Post-Disaster Responses In Community

    The section discusses the community responses following disasters, particularly focusing on housing extensions, social interactions, and community reorganization.

    Learning Practice

References

28 part b.pdf

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