The Collective Housing
Project Details
Year: Spring 2026
Project Type: Hospitality
Location: Washington D.C.
Programs Used: Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, InDesign
Jordan, 19
Recently aged out of foster care, looking for education and job support.
End Users
Maria, 24
Escaped domestic violence, seeking transitional housing.
Alex, 22
Experienced family rejection due to identity; needs safe housing and mental health services.
Sam, 18
Highschool senior facing eviction; needs stability to finish school and pursue college.
Parti & Design Approach
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Many young adults face unstable or unsafe living conditions, leaving them without reliable housing or support during a critical stage of life.
This lack of stability, life skills, and support can lead to uncertainty and isolation. The design challenge is to create a space that provides safety, stability, and practical resources while helping residents learn how to manage everyday responsibilities.
The environment should also support connection and community, so residents feel less alone as they move into this next stage of life.
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DescriptiThe design creates a supportive living environment that helps residents develop independence while fostering a sense of community.
The layout emphasizes shared spaces for learning everyday skills, education, social interaction, and access to therapy, supporting both practical skill-building and mental well-being. Rather than isolating residents, the design encourages connection through open and flexible spaces that support daily activities.
The focus is on function, comfort, and accessibility, creating an environment where residents can learn, grow, and prepare to become stable, self-sufficient adults within society.on text goes here
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Description This transitional housing for young adults is inspired by the art form of mosaic, representing how diverse individuals with all kinds of experiences and struggles come together to form a community.
The design avoids isolation and instead emphasizes connection, allowing residents to support one another as they develop independence.
Like a mosaic, each person remains distinct while contributing to a larger, unified whole.text goes here
“Mosaic Pieces”
Different Shapes, representing different struggles.
Different Colors, representing different backgrounds.