The Emergence Machine

Dwelling

abstract · architecture · Level 5 · E11

E11Organizations

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Emergence definition

A dwelling is a self-contained, habitable structure designed to provide shelter and living space for humans, typically including functional areas for rest, cooking, and other daily activities.

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Wiktionary senses

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Historical origin

Origin word
dwelling
Origin language
English

Prerequisite chain

Possible path of this concept down to the fundamental substrate.

thisfoundationsL5L4L3L2L1L0DwellingShelterBuildingFormStructureMatterEnergyPatternSpaceE1 concrete → E14 abstract

Neighborhood

Direct prerequisites above, concepts that depend on this one below.

thisprerequisitesDwellingL5ShelterL4E1 concrete → E14 abstract

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Prerequisites

What you need to understand first.

  • Shelter L4 (requires)
    A dwelling is a self-contained, habitable structure designed to provide shelter and living space for humans, typically including functional areas for rest, cooking, and other daily activities.