Housing as a Study

Housing

The act of providing shelter or lodging for individuals or families.

Community Dwellings

Local government community physical stock or dwellings available for residents.

Social Artifact

A concept related to the production, distribution, and servicing of physical dwellings.

House

A physical structure that serves as living quarters for families, providing shelter and refuge.

Home

A family's place of residence, forming a social unit and providing a congenial environment.

Ecological Approach

The study of housing focusing on the relationship and interaction between man and the environment.

Natural Environment

The physical surroundings including cosmic forces, climate, and physiogeographic features.

Biological Environment

Living organisms, including flora and fauna, that interact with human habitats.

Social Environment

The human aspect, including individuals, communities, and settlements.

Human Needs

Basic requirements identified by theorists like James Montgomery and Margaret Mead, including protection, familiarity, and physiological needs.

Social Institutional Factors

Laws and rules that govern housing, along with cultural factors like values and beliefs.

Human Built Environment

The socio-physical and socio-biological aspects of human settlements.

Ekistics

The science of human settlements, as defined by Constantinos A. Doxiadis, encompassing nature, man, and society.

Historical Developments

The evolution of housing in the Philippines, including tribal houses and traditional Filipino huts.

Geographical Influences

The impact of the Philippines' location as an archipelago on its housing styles and cultural relations.

Geological Influences

The abundance of natural resources in the Philippines that affect housing materials and construction.

Climate

The two distinct seasons in the Philippines that influence housing design and materials.

Anthropological Perspective

The study of housing as a reflection of human evolution and cultural diversity.

Cultural Perspective

Understanding housing norms based on formal and informal cultural standards.

Sociological Perspective

Recognizing housing as more than physical shelter, encompassing broader residential settings.

Economic Perspective

Viewing housing as both a private and public concern, emphasizing investment and job creation.

Political Perspective

The influence of a country's ideology on housing programs and urban development.

Climate Control

The design elements of a house, such as roof and wall materials, that manage temperature and environmental stress.

Technology in Housing

Innovations in construction techniques and materials that enhance efficiency and sustainability.