As part of the expanding CoHousing movement in Portland, this project provides for more density than previous models. With eight individual units and one shared community unit, the footprint of the building is a three level, south-facing “C” shape which provides many distinct homes on a small parcel of land. Located within the boundaries of the highly successful New Columbia low-income housing development in North Portland, the project is more exuberant, colorful, ecologically sustainable, and community-oriented than other counterparts, while still respecting the local housing fabric. The building is wrapped around a lovely shared courtyard with gardens and other common amenities including the community meeting unit and its interior bike parking area. There are numerous green features, such as radiant floors and solar hot water, including both individual and shared utility systems. Community artwork floats on each elevation in carefully composed frames, while solar trellises support flowering and fruiting vines. Project done in collaboration with Communitecture.