Home means different things to different people.
For many folks, affordable housing means a more compact home, a mobile home or a multi-family unit, such as a townhouse or a condominium. When living in a space of less than 1,200 square feet, organization is the key. A Colorado State University bulletin describes the challenges for families living in a small dwelling and it offers tips about how to recognize a well-designed home that still offers privacy, livability and ease of function. In addition, it cautions that living in close quarters requires family members to respect each other's need for personalized space, no matter how small. In a small home, especially, disorganization can ruin family harmony.