Affordable Housing
Some of our architectural design projects in affordable housing were in response to perceived need in the territory.
The British Virgin Islands imports over 90% of its products. Of all construction materials, crushed rock is the only produced item on Tortola. Furthermore, when demand exceeds supply, the two quarries import from Puerto Rico.
Construction methods were antiquated; little innovation remains in the BVI for a significant period of time. When Dr. Hill was Assistant Secretary for the government, he spoke with representatives from all of the banks. The cost of construction was high, especially for housing which limited a lot of people from owning new homes. We created small, affordable homes using sustainable design that could accommodate new families, singles, and senior citizens.
These affordable housing gable roofs can be interchanged with hip roofs. Though small, the cistern would expand most of the entire footprint. To eliminate future problems, the bathroom wold be constructed on a slab Other spaces could be added to increase the home using open space with covered circulation paths uniting the spaces. Outdoor living spaces are extensions of the structure and located along the paths. Please visit my blog, FourTold. Environment Accessible Design Disaster Mitigation Home Business Landscaping Products Contact |
