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Class Overview
Class Overview
Recent changes to the City of Portland Zoning Code allows for the development of up to 6 dwelling units on a single family lot. In this course you will explore developing a residential site in Portland, OR into a ‘Cottage Cluster’, a collection of 4 residential units with outdoor common space for gardening/landscaping and community building.
You’ll apply high performance building systems and sustainable site planning principles to your designs, while creating both design and construction documents.
Engie/Living, Metropolitan Workshop
Sustainable Site Planning
Sustainable Site Planning
We'll implement sustainable site planning strategies to create designs that nurture the earth and foster a sense of community and belonging. Students will implement stormwater management, water conservation and solar/wind orientation techniques.
St. Thomas/Ninth, OJT, New Orleans
High Performance Building
High Performance Building
High Performance Buildings go beyond code requirements to conserve energy use, increase durability and promote a sense of well being for the inhabitants. You'll apply Passive Building Systems and High Performance Building Envelope principles to your projects to create buildings that are energy efficient and responsive to Portland's climate.
St. Thomas/Ninth, OJT, New Orleans
Residential Design
Residential Design
We'll explore residential design principles to layout the floor plans, research and select materials and fully design a kitchen and bathroom.
Your Instructor: Lauren Hackett
A licensed architect with 15 years experience in the industry, I believe the best architecture is both beautiful and technically sound. I encourage students to think critically, explore ideas deeply and challenge themselves to create work they are proud of.
Sustainable, or 'green' architecture is not a trend, it is the way forward for our industry and society as a whole. I'm looking forward to helping you dive into these concepts and apply them to your projects in a supportive and fun environment.
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