Abstract
Abstract
This research tries to review the way how to form and create (the Pattern of Residential Cluster) in single – family housing in the Iraqi City. The present study defines the research problem basically as a reconsideration or reformulation of scientific and applied approaches to understand the nature of (Residential Cluster)as a big cell comparing with the small one(The Dwelling Unit), within the urban residential fabric. The research tries to approve a methodology in forming or producing patterns of these clusters through comprehensive and complementary concept regarding all components of residential physical fabric,. The research takes into consideration the concept of balance between (the part and the whole) by studying the interrelationship between the (residential cluster) and other components, and also takes the network of urban spaces within the residential fabric into consideration, in order not to neglect the value of urban space. The results in this research indicates many patterns of residential clusters with specific identify and characteristics for each. These patterns have been produced according to the mentioned methodology, that can approve wide range of created patterns in accordance with current Housing Standards in Iraqi City.
Key Wards: single family housing , residential cluster
