Author: Maak Niklas
Place: Germany
Publisher: Hirmer Publishers
Year: 2015
Pages: 240
ISBN: 978-3-7774-2410-1
Source: Purchased
Sub-Subject: Houses
Keyword: Houses
Shelf: C6R3
Accession No: B1351
Contents: Problems of Contemporary Architecture Chap 1: City and Suburb Chap 2: Being at Home, A Brief Phenomenology of Habitation Chap 3: Different Houses Chap 4: A Short History of the Single-Family Home Chap 5: After the House, Beyond the Nuclear Family Chap 6: Transformations of Privacy Chap 7: Shared Spaces Chap 8: Closed and Open Systems Chap 9: Atmospheres Chap 10: Changes the Laws! Notes Picture Credits
Abstract: *Living Complex: From Zombie City to the New Communal* examines the transformation of urban and suburban living, focusing on the shift from private, single-family homes to communal, shared spaces. It explores the changing nature of home, privacy, and family structures, highlighting how architecture shapes social dynamics and emotional experiences. The book critiques the decline of traditional suburban models and calls for a rethinking of housing laws and urban planning to foster more inclusive, adaptable living environments. By addressing both the historical and future implications of architecture, it advocates for sustainable, socially connected communities in an evolving world.