| Title |
A Study on the Development and Application of Flexible Floor Plan Scenarios for High-Rise Apartments According to the Resident Life Cycle |
| Authors |
장인선(Jang, In-Sun) ; 박상민(Park, Sang-Min) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2026.42.1.3 |
| Keywords |
High-rise Apartments; Family Life Cycle; Flexible Floor Plan Design; Residential Space Flexibility |
| Abstract |
High-rise apartments are a representative residential type in urban environments, but traditional wall-framed structures limit the flexibility of
interior space due to load-bearing walls. In modern society, the increasing number of single-person households, the expansion of remote work,
and the rise of multi-generational cohabitation have significantly heightened the need for adaptable and customizable residential spaces. To
address this demand, this study explores the applicability of variable floor plans within column-supported structural prototypes, which offer
greater spatial flexibility. The research follows five key steps: (1) establishing a theoretical foundation through an extensive review of
previous studies, (2) selecting representative prototypes based on detailed case studies of high-rise apartments, (3) transforming the selected
prototypes into column-supported structures, (4) developing adaptable floor plan scenarios based on an expanded seven-stage family life cycle,
and (5) evaluating the feasibility of applying these scenarios in real-world settings. This study contributes to the field of sustainable housing
by demonstrating the potential for long-term, flexible residential planning. It offers practical design strategies that can accommodate evolving
demographic trends and lifestyle needs, providing a foundation for more resilient and future-oriented housing environments. |