Implementation of Environment – Behaviour Studies in Co-living for Millennial Generation

Abstract

There are differences in working behaviour of Generation X compared to Generation Y which prefer more flexible and collaborative. On the other side, having a property for millennials in one of their challenges due to its expensive price. Therefore, millennials demand a rent living space which provides their needs and compatible with their lifestyle. Co-living is a form of housing that has supporting facilities for inhabitants that can be used sharing with the aim of creating optimal space and efficient resource. This study uses the concept of Environment – Behavior Studies (EBS) approach Research is needed in order to know what kind of living space based on millennial preferences. This research used a survey questionnaire that provides closed-ended questions and open-ended questions. Open-ended answers by respondents are being analyzed and result in two dominant keywords, convenience and privacy. The author interpreted this keyword with several theories. It can be concluded that the design concept is Convenience in Collaborative Life. Occupants (user) still need their personal space to keep their privacy, so private space is needed though they live in a collaborative living place. Also, millennials working behaviour affects their living behaviour. Thus, between each occupant in the same community have their sense of belonging in order that has the same interest.