3. A Home or shelter, which is a basic need of
the family, is now growing concern among
the Filipinos. Every Filipino , regardless of
his/her financial capacity, dreams of owning a
house for his/her family.
Shelter is a necessity for everyone. Without it
we will not have safety and security.
4. Reason why people build
Shelter
1. To provide security and safety
- the need to be secure or to be safe is
inherent among us, thus, if we have a house,
we are assured of being free from harm or
from any unexpected attack. We can have
peace of mind and contentment
5. 2. To show one’s economic status in life
- When a person becomes , rich he feels
the urge for recognition. This urge is satisfied
by building a house whose design, size and
make-up complement his/her economic
status in life.
6. 3. To enhance identity
- A person feels a sense of pride when he has
something he can call his own.
A house is a structure that consists of a roof, wall,
rooms, floors and things needed in the
households. A home is a place where love
understanding and affection capable morally
responsible, intelligent and productive
individuals prevail. The family will surely have
security and safety.
7. Types of Houses in the
Philippines
• Bungalow – a low-lying
structure intended for a
single family household.
It is made of concrete or
mixed materials.
• Nippa hut – made of
bamboo, nipa, and wood
available in the locality.
8. • Duplex – a two-fold
structure for two
households, each unit
is complete with living
facilities.
• Apartment – a
structure, ususally two-
storey high consisting
of independent
quarters, each with its
own entrance.
9. Townhouse – a row of
houses connected by
common walls.
Condominium – a
building, several
storeys high, consisting
of living quarters, ,
intended for several
families, each family
occupying its own unit
or quarter.
10. Split level home – a
house consisting of
different floor levels.
• Shelter provides man
protection and
security . Therefore, it
must be a home where,
love, affection and
understanding exist
among family
members.
11. Housing Problems
Housing problems have
economic, social and
moral implications that
a demand sense of
urgency for solutions.
Housing problems are
the results of
overcrowding, lack of
space, lack of privacy,
lack of health facilities
and most of all poverty.
Private andpublic
sectors must join hands
to solve the housing
problems for people to
enjoy life better
12. Making an Ideal Home
A home is a palce
where family can find
peace, relaxation and
recreation. Its design,
furniture and
furnishing should be
capable of providing
comfort and
convenience to the
family.
The home be made
comfortable , attractive
and liveable for the family
members.The
arrangement of furniture
and furnishing should be
pleasant to the eyes to
create an ambiance of
peace and harmony.The
interior design should give
comfort and convenience
to the family.