Extended Thai Family housing For the Aging Society in Urban Communities

Abstract

Changing in the population dynamics Social and economic conditions affect the start of family creation in Thai society according to terms of styles, household characteristics, and living conditions not only the increase of the population. At present, Thailand has completely entered an aging society. The increasing proportion of the elderly has resulted in a change in the living patterns of extended family members in urban communities. This research resulted in the study of the creative work of housing design for extended families for the elderly society in urban communities by which the educational purposes concern Architectural styles and concepts, including appropriate layouts to the design achieve to the various function of the residents. In addition, this result regards the behavior and physical characteristics of the residents including relational dimensions. The methods of this research procedure were obtained from studying and observing user behavior through interviews, talking and exchanging ideas, conducting a geographical and physical survey of the location, studying the relevant building control laws, construction design and drawing carrying out construction, and collecting data after use. The results showed that a wide variety of alternative designs should be provided. The organization of as well as group activities has a great effect on the behavior and livelihood of the residents. It also helps to promote the participation of the elderly including the mental state of the family. The government should have a policy to support or reduce taxes on medical equipment and safety equipment for the elderly.