How the understanding of “home” has changed over time
Home was a place where people felt secure and could rest in the past. It was more of a place where people stay and live in order to get away from natural disasters and to be safe. However, in nowadays, home is interpreted as a place where people feel safe the most and where they want to be when they are away. Also, it is used for entertainment and other activities.
Bangkok Thailand
People have experienced the worst flood in fifty years in Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, in 2011. As the flood went for about 6 months, (end of July to January 2012), almost everyone and even animals have been affected (65 out of 77 provinces affected). The flood started from the landfall of tropical storm 'Nock-ten' at the end of July and it spread through the northern side, then to northern east and to the capital city of Bangkok. It is hot and humid throughout the year and during the rainy season, which is May to October, it rains almost everyday with around 35 degrees. During November to April, it is around 30 degrees and it does not rain much and in the 'cold' season which is December, the average is 25 degrees. As Bangkok is in a lowland area, flood is very common. The main religion in Thailand is Theravada Buddhism. Even though it is not an official state religion, there are a large number of Buddhist temples all over the country. However, there are a few rituals and it is not emphasised. Majority of houses in Thailand were built to prevent natural disasters - raised on posts-. Heavy rainfalls were prevented by the pitched roof and because of this structure, ventilation, air circulation worked well. This is the structure of traditional houses that are adapted to its environment. However, nowadays most shop-houses and buildings are built in concrete as the technology developed.

Most of the regions of Bangkok were flooded and it was unable to walk on the street unless they swim or get wet or use transportation other than boats and live normal lives and be at home. They are in need of places where they could live in and feel safe.
Principle of Universal Design
- Tolerance for error : the design can be used efficiently and comfortably and with a minimum of fatigue.
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