• @NarrativeBear
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      1 year ago

      I work for a architectural firm, and unfortunately most new high-rise towers, and mid-rise towers, that I see come through my desk prioritize bachelor’s pads, 1 bed, 1 + den, or 2 bedroom usually the second bedroom has no window.

      It simply comes down to developer cost and north american fire codes. Two exits stairwells minimum and a exit every 45 meters.

      This article demonstrates the concept in greater detail.

      https://www.centerforbuilding.org/blog/we-we-cant-build-family-sized-apartments-in-north-america

      • @[email protected]
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        21 year ago

        Ah that makes more sense, I know there are a lot in the suburbs but I can definitely see it being much less common in highrise or midrise tower apartments.