Architecture is really about well-being. I think that people want to feel good in a space… On one hand it’s about shelter, but it’s also about pleasure

The semi-basement apartment of the Kim family, with its small, high-set window, does not merely provide minimal light and ventilation; it also creates an atmosphere of confinement and deprivation, reflecting their socio-economic struggles. This space profoundly impacts their sensory and emotional experience, illustrating how architecture can shape human conditions and convey deeper socio-economic realities.

This is the process of designing and shaping cities, towns and villages. In contrast to architecture, which focuses on the design of individual buildings, it deals with the larger scale of groups of buildings, streets and public spaces, whole neighborhoods and districts, and entire cities, with the goal of making urban areas functional, attractive, and sustainable. The process demands a good understanding of a wide range of subjects from physical geography, through to social science, and an appreciation for disciplines, such as real estate development, urban economics, political economy and social theory.

A local architectural firm is running a competition for students to share their vision for an innovative, outdoor learning space. Create a written proposal to the chief architect that outlines the importance of such a space and its potential impact.  (Approx. 350 words)

As a Professional designer, I work more productively, artistically, and efficiently to create functional, aesthetically beautiful, and user-friendly rooms with the use of interior design systems and fixing techniques. Sustainable design systems at the very least try to take energy efficiency, eco-friendliness, and the influence on the environment into account. Furthermore, interior design can benefit from the flexibility and efficiency that compact design offers.

The comforts of home are pretty hard on the planet. Every shower or toilet flush uses lots of water. And heating or cooling a home uses a lot of electricity. Water and electricity are natural resources. Many of us use far more than our fair share of them. But hey, a person has to live, right?What if we could live in a different way? Imagine a home designed to be comfortable, beautiful, and sustainable.. It wouldn't use up Earth's natural resources. Well, there are homes like that.Enter the earthship. U.S. architect Michael Reynolds dreamed it up in 1971. Earthships are built by mixing soil with recycled materials. Think old tires, cans, and bottles. Earthships make their own electricity. They get their water from the rain. And they naturally heat and cool themselves. That helps the owners save money.Straw bale homes are also Earth friendly. Their walls are built by piling bales of straw. The bales are then covered with plaster. Straw helps keep the home at the right temperature. So owners use less energy for heating and cooling.Not sure about a straw bale home? Try living like a hobbit! Bermed homes are also called hobbit homes. They have soil covering one or more walls. Soil sometimes covers the roof, too. So these homes blend in with nature. And the soil keeps them cool. If you've ever climbed down into a basement, you know the air is cooler. But a bermed home doesn't feel like you're in a basement. Its front wall is made of glass. The glass lets in light and heat from the sun. And the soil covering helps in another way. It protects the home during hurricanes.If these homes aren't right for you, you can still do your part. You can make your home better for the environment. Try making a flat roof "green" (with plants, not paint). Take shorter showers or turn down the heat in the winter. Check online for other ideas!TO-DONOTESVOCABULARYThe Article describes earthships, straw bale homes, and bermed homes. Explain how these homes are more sustainable than regular homes. Use facts and details from the Article in your response.Type your answer in the text box below.