Taylors Ferry Homes

AFFORDABLE HOME OWNERSHIP

SW PORTLAND | OREGON

Client
Habitat for Humanity

Size
17 Homes

Built
Projected 2024 Completion

Nestled into this existing SW Portland neighborhood, an abandoned church property was obtained by Habitat who deemed it an ideal candidate to meet the need they see for larger detached single-family homes that are also affordable. Our team found a creative and efficient means to maximize allowable density by tucking the homes into the sloping site, clustered around European style woonerf driveways which prioritize a quality experience for people over functionality by cars. City planners and surrounding neighbors alike have appreciated this concept and look forward to this transformation.

Building upon our prior project with Habitat, we worked together to develop robust documentation of building construction and high performance heating / cooling / ventilation systems that will support their efforts to make the hybrid volunteer + subcontractor construction process proceed as smoothly and efficiently as possible. This kind of in-depth problem solving is unique and represents an important opportunity to truly support their mission.

These homes are designed to optimize functionality for multi-generational families while reducing (with the potential to eliminate) their utility bills and cost of maintenance over time. Designing for healthy families within an active, healthy community is what it’s all about!

  • • Home ownership opportunity for those who would otherwise not have the opportunity to build equity through home ownership

    • Net-Zero ready

    • Visitability provided for guests with disabilities in all homes

    • Adaptable accessibility provided for two single-level homes

    • Design for volunteer labor

    • Combination of LIFT and donor funding

    • Shared common spaces with nature play

    • Many mature trees preserved

    • European style woonerf driveways create friendly, social environment

    • Stormwater treatment planters across the site

    • High-Performance HVAC (design-build hybrid)

    • Heat pump water heaters

    • Excellent ventilation (IEQ)

    • Superior air tightness

    • Earth Advantage - Platinum target

    • 80% WESB Certified A&E Design Team

Renderings by INK BUILT

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