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ACCESSIBLE ARCHITECTURE: BEYOND THE RAMP – OCTOBER 2016 As the winner in the Single Detached Housing Category, in the Competition, we explored ways we could most cost effectively build the project. I had already developed a working relationship with many of the non-profit organizations located in Edmonton, especially Habitat for Humanity – Edmonton. In time, we were able to put together a project construction team that included CMHC, Habitat for Humanity – Edmonton, and Ron Wickman Architect. The experience of working with Habitat for Humanity – Edmonton tested the flexibility of the FlexHouse design. Habitat for Humanity had their own dwelling design criteria: keeping space to a minimum. With the spirit of compromise and co-operation we were able to provide two different house designs that both satisfied the original intent of our FlexHouse design and those of Habitat for Humanity. This project promotes a more compact, affordable, and efficient city. Because it is located in the inner city close to a great variety of amenities, it encourages more pedestrian traffic and less automobile traffic by tapping into the city’s existing infrastructure. Located on a smaller lot, the design uses its land efficiently and effectively. This is sustainable design, as called for by the architects who participated in the 15 th Venice Architectural Biennale, 2016. 135
ACCESSIBLE ARCHITECTURE: BEYOND THE RAMP – OCTOBER 2016 The above image shows the completed FlexHouses from the street. Stairs lead to the front doors of both homes. The existing underground service lines were not deep enough to lower the homes to create a no-step entrance. However, we had more space in the backyard to slope a sidewalk to the back door for a no-step entrance. 136
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