Exposure

People who live in spaces that give them a greater sense of control over their exposure to others are more likely to build positive social connections.

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Exposure

People who live in spaces that give them a greater sense of control over their exposure to others are more likely to build positive social connections.

From principle to strategies

  • Provide clearly delineated private, semi private, and public spaces.

  • Ensure that multi-family housing unit design promotes feelings of privacy and helps to control perceptions of density.

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Private & public realm
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3-4 story buildings
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Setback from public realm
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Amenity spaces

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