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Design principles
Design principles
Please note that on 2 January 2007 the Smart Housing initiative was transferred from the Department of Housing to the Department of Public Works. For more information on Smart Housing, visit 
www.smarthousing.qld.gov.au.
- Introduction
- Housing forms
- Basic approach
- Front door and private space
- Inside/outside connection
- Facing the street or park
- Crime prevention
- Climatic design
- Privacy and neighbours
- Privacy within the group
- Legibility
- Private versus public space
- Territoriality
- Access by strangers
- Site responsive design
- Equitable design
- Covered external space
- Planting
- Fitting into the neighbourhood
- Car parking
- Individuality and variety
- Personalisation
- Innovation and normality
- Conclusion
Last updated 18 February 2008
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