AbstractsSociology

In this thesis exploration the middle ground between suburban living and new urbanism is developed. The suburbs have been built so rapidly and without the true interest of the buyer in mind, that the connection with community and identity of the individual has been lost. In developing designs of a small neighborhood some of the ideals researched are employed to create a place that allows individual identity of the architecture, and dwellers, and the communal gathering of all potential residents. It becomes a setting for the inhabitants to hold their own life within the four walls of their house, while also allowing for easy access to communal grounds and gathering. This encourages individuals to escape the monotony of the homogenized suburban neighborhoods. There is much to be learned and encouraged by human interaction, and this is a step to test the theories of a nuanced way of living.