Ajar (B)
Layer: B
Vector 1[edit]
Type: function Relation: controlled access
Vector 2[edit]
Type: effect Relation: environmental leakage
Vector 3[edit]
Type: interaction Relation: conditional passage
Description[edit]
When something is left ajar, it performs the functional role of allowing controlled access that permits entry or exit without fully opening a boundary. This condition creates environmental leakage, enabling airflow, sound or light to pass through in a moderated way that influences the surrounding space. The ajar state facilitates conditional passage by signaling that movement is possible but not unrestricted, guiding behavior through subtle cues. Functionally, the ajar condition acts as a flexible mechanism that adapts to situational needs without requiring a complete change in boundary status. It creates a dynamic interaction between interior and exterior environments, allowing the boundary to respond to context and intention. Through this functional behavior, “ajar” serves as a practical intermediate state that supports both accessibility and security.
B
