Housing Shaped by Labour – The Architecture of Scarcity in Informal Settlements
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At least a frame conta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g a photo <strong>of</strong> the family can be found<br />
hanged on the walls <strong>of</strong> the house. This object represents the<br />
value <strong>of</strong> family for residents. Also pictures <strong>of</strong> sa<strong>in</strong>ts are <strong>of</strong>ten<br />
present.<br />
5. Social relationships and solidarity<br />
Neighbors, friends and family members <strong>of</strong>ten gather on benches<br />
or set chairs <strong>in</strong> the front part <strong>of</strong> the house, mostly at the end <strong>of</strong> the<br />
day. <strong>The</strong>se moments are important opportunities to share <strong>in</strong>formation<br />
about new jobs, opportunities, news, or also to f<strong>in</strong>d help. In the<br />
favela, solidarity ties are important. Livelihood and social life depend<br />
on the social network.<br />
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