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Item Restricted Empowering Women Through Architecture : Investigating Housing Solutions for Single Mothers Prioritizing Safety, Comfort and Community Enhancement(2023) Anaclara Serra Gonzalez; Aquilar, Giorgia; Huneck, Karsten; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAI-GENERATED ABSTRACT: Abstract: Anaclara Serra Gonzalez's personal journey of recognizing and challenging patriarchal structures serves as a poignant introduction to the complex topic of gender inequality. Drawing from her experiences, Anaclara highlights the unconscious roles assigned to individuals based on gender, emphasizing the need for self-awareness and education to dismantle ingrained societal behaviors. Her call to examine the issue without prejudice sets the stage for Chapter 1's exploration of the housing crisis's disproportionate impact on women. Chapter 1 delves into the relevance of the thesis topic, highlighting the challenges women face globally in accessing affordable and quality housing. Candiracci and Power's insights underscore the significance of secure shelters and affordable care homes in enhancing women's overall health and well-being. Additionally, the chapter addresses the lack of safe public spaces for women in urban metropolises, impacting their freedom of movement, economic participation, and quality of life. In the German demographic landscape, the evolving family configurations and the increasing number of children raised by single parents, primarily mothers, pose unique challenges. The financial burdens borne by single mothers, with higher rates of poverty and limited housing options, underscore the need for alternative architectural solutions. This research aims to explore innovative housing strategies that address the distinct needs of single mothers, contributing to a more inclusive and equitable housing environment. Keywords: Patriarchal Structures, Gender Inequality, Housing Crisis, Women's Challenges, Affordable Housing, Public Spaces, Single Mothers, Financial Burden, Architectural SolutionsItem Restricted Spatial Inversion : Exploring Dialectical Relationship Between Urban Space and Interiority, and Its Impact on Individual Experiences(2023) Sama Gheith; Köknar, Sait Ali; Pöğün-Zander, Yüksel; Faculty of Architecture and Design; Berlin International University of Applied SciencesAI-GENERATED ABSTRACT: Abstract: The traditional boundaries between urban and interior design, dealing with public and private spaces, respectively, have been challenged, leading to a deeper exploration of the concept of urban interiority. Urban interiority extends interior design principles to public spaces, emphasizing intimate, experiential, and human-scale aspects. The 21st-century city is described as the "intimate metropolis," reflecting the importance of designing urban spaces for individual experiences and relationships. This paper aims to explore the process of exteriorizing interiority by translating interior qualities into the exterior realm, challenging conventional design boundaries. The research adopts an in-depth qualitative approach, examining spatial, temporal, social, and aesthetic concerns to make urban spaces more user-centric and inclusive. It seeks to uncover how interior design tools and strategies can shape the urban environment to be more responsive to individual needs and experiences. The thesis is divided into three sections: spatial condition of urban interiority, temporal aspects of urban interiority, and an analysis of 10 urban spaces emphasizing interiority. The results will contribute to a framework for designing urban spaces with a focus on interiority, ultimately promoting meaningful and impactful experiences for people who use them. Keywords: urban interiority, interior design, public spaces, intimate metropolis, user-centric design, exteriorizing interiority, spatial inversion, urban room, qualitative research, temporal conditions, theoretical concepts, design framework