The uniformity of post-war housing kept costs low and made homeownership widely accessible. Today, housing must accommodate a broader range of lifestyles and living arrangements—while remaining economical, adaptable, and better integrated into existing R1 and R2 neighborhoods.
A scalable system of programmatic building blocks—each adjustable in size, number, and configuration—allows infill housing to respond to varied site conditions and contexts. This modular approach supports diverse unit sizes and layouts, enabling multi-generational living and housing flexibility. Each block corresponds to a core domestic function (e.g., kitchen, bath, bedroom, patio) and can be bundled or separated by unit type. Their repeatable nature supports multiple construction methods—from stick-frame and prefab to volumetric and hybrid systems—without locking into a single approach.
Strategic stacking and placement of open spaces reduce shadowing, enhance daylight, and promote passive ventilation. This low-tech, first-principles approach improves energy performance while keeping costs down. Patios, courts, and open areas are oriented along side yards, activating the side envelope as a meaningful spatial and social zone. This re-prioritization fosters better integration with neighboring homes and the broader urban fabric. Reframing the side yard as shared space enhances livability and neighborhood compatibility, supporting a more context-sensitive model for medium-density infill that encourages broader community acceptance.
Ultimately, this approach envisions infill as adaptable, efficient, and livable—using flexible, repeatable components to deliver housing that fits both people and place.
