Competition Entry w/ Jefta van Bellen

The courtyards, loosely defined by the houses, connect in looped paths. The paths provide a link to the sidewalk, bridging public space with the courtyard. The housing units are designed with outwardly focused kitchens — providing a view to activity within the shared open spaces. There, children play as the colorful expression of their bedrooms engage them in the architecture of the enclave.

Designed with Sunbiosis PLC

The Shift/Slot House, was designed for a future client near Batesville, Virginia in the Bundoran Farms community. It is sited in a clearing on a 12% slope; the massing draws from the rural vernacular of Virginia. The two masses comprising the layout are divided along a hallway and rise away from the slope. The 3 bedroom (1600 sf) structure features south-facing windows, which are fully shaded during the summer.