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Human life is characterized by continuous biological and social changes, culturally determined by time, place and society.
In every new phase, a man/woman adopts a different social identity, reflected in his/her behavior, appearance and space.
Social change is an intercultural, diachronic and global phenomenon, reflected in our material culture.
Buildings and simple objects (clothes, furniture, gardens, neighborhoods) incorporate meanings that people use to communicate with eachother, to present one’s self and his/her social and cultural identity.
Residences and their contents change over time, incorporating changes that are related to social stereotypes and daily social interaction.
“Stereotypes” play a crucial role in people’s decisions and determine their choices. We like some urban areas or home styles because of what they mean to each of us personally.
Culture, time and the local built environment are the factors that affect and are affected by social change and set the context in which it is happening.
Virginia (Gina) Skiada
Architectural Engineer NTUA
Cultural Anthropologist MA, PhD