| Keywords |
Dormitory design; Satisfaction survey; Room plan; Furniture layout |
| Abstract |
The purpose of this study is to investigate the residents’ (university students) satisfaction level with their dormitory room plans. In order to examine the relationship between the physical characteristics of a dormitory room plan and the resident’s satisfaction level, paper-based survey was conducted for two recently developed dormitories located in Seoul Metropolitan Region. The findings indicate that dormitory room plans which provide sufficient privacy with greater distance between resident’s private areas are preferred by the residents. A double-deck bed is preferred when the room is small, while a single-deck bed is preferred when the room provides sufficient shared space. It is also recommended to make a clear division of space for different activities such as sleeping, studying and gathering. |