Residents should come out of their

Residents should come out of their private room to engage with others. A shared living room may reflect unclear and rather inconsistent expectations. Sometimes the communal space can also cause distraction and confusion. Interior symbols in the living room, such as family photographs, carpets, and tablecloths, should be clear and consistent to provide the room an ambience of a living room instead of a waiting room. The boundaries between the public and private spheres are ambiguous and thereby differ from the comparatively sharp boundaries characterizing a home. In general, a smaller residential density, including family-style dining, increases the perceptions of belongingness. In many facilities, residents may have their own place around the (dining) table. Having a private chair can help residents to feel at home. In terms of a familiar interior design, relatives speak of chairs, special crockeries, and having a private chair in a preferred spot.