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Definitions
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Places Β· Residential
Common
A group of residential buildings arranged together, typically representing a neighborhood, suburb, or housing development.
Used to indicate residential areas, communities, or discussions about housing and neighborhoods.
Finally moving to our new neighborhood next month! ποΈ
Social media announcement
The housing development ποΈ has great schools nearby.
Real estate conversation
Often represents suburban living, community, or the concept of 'home' in a collective sense rather than individual houses.
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Business Β· Real Estate
Common
Symbol representing real estate, property markets, or housing discussions in business or economic contexts.
Frequently used by real estate agents, property developers, and in discussions about housing markets.
Housing market trends show continued growth in suburban areas ποΈπ
Business report or news
In business contexts, often represents investment opportunities or economic discussions about housing.
Evolution Timeline
2016
Introduced as part of Unicode 8.0 with other building and place emojis.
Growing need for emojis representing various types of buildings and places.
2020
Usage increased during COVID-19 pandemic as discussions about housing markets and suburban migration grew.
Pandemic-driven exodus from cities to suburbs and increased focus on housing.
Cultural Context
Represents the concept of community living and shared spaces, often evoking discussions about neighborhood dynamics and social cohesion.
Frequently appears in discussions about housing markets, affordability crises, and property investment, particularly in urban centers and growing regions.
Reflects post-WWII development patterns in Western countries, particularly the rise of suburban living and planned communities.
Regional Variations
United Kingdom
More commonly associated with terraced housing, council estates, or new build developments.
United States
Often represents suburban developments or planned communities, with connotations of middle-class American lifestyle.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Used pragmatically in discussions about property values, neighborhood selection, and community amenities.
Gen_Z: Used in discussions about housing affordability, first-time buying challenges, and sustainable community development.
Older: Less frequently used; when employed, typically refers to established neighborhoods or retirement communities.
Millennials: Often used when discussing housing market struggles, mortgage applications, and the shift to suburban living after starting families.
Common Combinations
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Love for one's neighborhood or community
Expresses attachment to a residential area or community pride.
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New home purchase or moving into a new neighborhood
Commonly used for announcements about buying property or relocating.
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Contrast between suburban and urban living
Used in discussions about lifestyle choices between city and suburban areas.