- a house, apartment, or other shelter that is the usual residence of a person, family or household
- the dwelling place or retreat of an animal
Definition of dwell:
- to live or stay as a permanent resident; reside
- to live or continue in a given condition or state
" the dwelling is the warm and pleasant refuge in which we feel protected..." (Mostaedi, pg 7)
The 'home' is a place for rest, relaxation and nourishment. Those are essential for healthy living. 'Home' is also a place for comfort and safety. One could go as far to say the home is "a sanctuary in which to take refuge from chaos."
Individualism is a calm and considered feeling which disposes each citizen to isolate himself from the mass of his fellows and withdraw into the circle of family and friends; with this little society formed to his taste, he gladly leaves the greater society to look after itself.
Alexis de Tocqueville, Democracy in America, 1835
An efficient house plan would allow for the essentials but not allow the occupant(s) to over indulge in solitude with excessive space. Socializing and being a part of a community is also important to a healthy lifestyle. There are activities and other places/spaces that exist outside of the home and the office. Public buildings and public spaces are designed for the people. If the home offers less, people will be inclined more to leave them once in a while.
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