Urbitat: Urban Habitat Housing Charlottesville, VA

Due to a shifting set of needs in a complex world, subsidized housing is in constant search for new relevant models. This competition explored ways to rethink both subsidized housing and environmental strategies. The colorful modular panel system gives a new sense of playfulness, expedites construction, and creates a standard uniqueness. Units can be freestanding or stacked for density, a combination of housing types and social mixing. The new xeriscape and wetland environment is opened up to the community.