San Francisco Chinatown Residential Hotels

摘要

This workbook on single room occupancy residential hotels in Chinatown analyzes the everyday life patterns of the elderly residents. An inventory of existing residential hotels is presented, as is a series of interviews with the resident. Two sets of questions were asked of each person. First, the person was questioned about his/her personal history, and second, about his/her use of the room and the immediate surroundings. Also included is a set of design guidelines which attempt to identify major environmental issues relevant to these elderly residents. Each particular environmental issue is discussed in terms of its existing situation, perceived problems, and potential solutions.