1. Fire-resistant material selection: Choosing materials that are fire-resistant or fire-retardant, such as clay tiles or metal roofing, can reduce the risk of fire spreading and minimize the damage.
2. Incorporating emergency exits: Designing emergency exits such as fire escapes, basement exits, or alternative routes in case of disaster can save occupants’ lives and prevent losses.
3. Implementing smart home technology: Technologies like smart sensors, smoke alarms, and security cameras can detect hazards early and prevent accidents.
4. Natural Light: Introducing sufficient natural light in each room helps enhance the visibility of the occupants and minimizes potential accidents and hazards.
5. Handicap accessibility: Designing housing that is accessible to people with disabilities will improve their overall safety and well-being.
6. Well-lit walkways: Adequate lighting in walkways, stairwells, and hallways can help prevent accidents such as falls and slips.
7. Adequate Ventilation: Common household items such as cleaning products or cooking can release harmful chemicals. Proper ventilation systems such as extraction fans and air changes help to mitigate health risks.
8. Incorporating child-safety features: Designing features such as locks on cabinet doors, non-slip flooring, and rounded edges help avoid potential hazards that could lead to injuries.
9. Incorporating Greenery: Plants and greenery provide a natural breathing space and are shown to lower stress levels and create a more calming environment.
10. Design for Climate: Incorporating structures that protect the house from high winds, rain, and typhoons in areas where there are prevalent weather conditions that can pose a threat to inhabitants.
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