2.2 - Design Shortcomings
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Practice Questions
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What is a core dwelling?
💡 Hint: Think about what type of housing is generated through standardization.
Why is understanding family dynamics important in housing design?
💡 Hint: Remember how disaster changes family structure.
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What is one major failing of core dwellings?
💡 Hint: Think about how cultures use space differently.
True or False: Modern materials always enhance thermal comfort.
💡 Hint: Consider how traditional and modern materials differ.
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Design a proposal for a post-disaster housing project that incorporates cultural elements and supports family dynamics.
💡 Hint: Consider who the users are and how they live.
Evaluate a real-world disaster recovery project and identify its shortcomings regarding cultural and social needs.
💡 Hint: How were people involved in the design?
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