Spatial Adaptation in Simple Housing: A Case Study of Changes in Size, Type, and Layout of Space in the Moncongloe Area, Maros

Abstract

The subsidized modest housing program helps lower-middle-income families own their own homes. Subsidized houses are built simultaneously in the buffer areas of Makassar City, including Moncongloe, Maros, and Indonesia. The main houses undergo significant spatial changes in less than five years from construction, despite regulations that require maintaining the original structure for the first five years of occupancy. This research examines changes in these houses' function and spatial layout, focusing on aspects of function, location, and space. The sample is selected purposefully based on changes that still reflect the original shape of the house and the occupants' willingness to participate. Data is analyzed descriptively, categorizing changes according to space area, space function, methods of modification, and the location of spaces on the site. The results show that changes occur in the front and back areas of the house, with the addition of functional spaces such as a business area (kiosk), dining room, and family room. Space expansion is evident in the living room and kitchen, while the bedroom and bathroom remain relatively stable. The front zone of the house (terrace and garden) is frequently converted into a living room or business area. This study provides insight into how modest homes are functionally modified to meet occupants' needs and offers guidance for designers and policymakers in developing more sustainable and comfortable housing.

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