warm spaces

Cozy indoor spots

Warm spaces are public buildings—libraries, community centers, places of worship—kept heated during cold months so people without adequate home heating can stay warm.

The term emerged in Britain and spread during energy crises when heating costs spiked: The council published a list of warm spaces for residents struggling with bills.

Related to cooling centers in hot climates.

Related

hospitable · toasty · welcoming · snug · sauna · hot spring · park pavilion · sunroom · sun room · candlelight · hearth · student union · gathering place · church hall · cocoon · town square · fireplaces · cabin fever

Opposites
temperature

warm spacescold rooms

Refrigerated storage areas

cold storage · freezers · walk-in coolers

comfort/hospitality

warm spacesharsh environments

Difficult, punishing surroundings

shelter/exposure

warm spacesopen-air spaces

Uncovered outdoor areas

outdoor spaces

Family

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Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G