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ACCESSIBLE ARCHITECTURE: BEYOND THE RAMP – OCTOBER 2016 The above image shows the completed tri-plex. The design represents modernization of the prairie ideal house with its repeated window pattern and other geometric architectural detailing. Emphasis is on affordability, a simple foundation and roof and siding. The porch at the front of the two - story house reaches out into the street, facilitating street life and making it and its residents more a part of the community by enabling them to access it directly, even to sit outside. 83
ACCESSIBLE ARCHITECTURE: BEYOND THE RAMP – OCTOBER 2016 Winner of The Affordable Housing Demonstration Project in 1994, the tri-plex was the result of an open competition, initiated by the City of Edmonton Planning and Development and the Innovative Housing Committee. Its goal was to provide affordable and innovative duplex and triplex solutions for an inner city lot 35’-0” wide by 120’-0” long. Completed in the fall of 1995, it is still fully occupied. “This concept is a winner. It has a simple yet livable design and makes innovative use of the site. The courtyard encourages interaction, while the separate buildings allow natural light into the neighbor’s yard and allow for good amenity space. The unit facing the street is like a singlefamily home with an inviting veranda in the front. The barrier-free unit is a good feature. Overall, this design sets a good precedent.” The Jury 84
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