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Habitat for Humanity duplexes meet sustainability standards with brick façade in Washington, D.C., project

Habitat for Humanity duplexes meet sustainability standards with brick façade in Washington, D.C., project

Each structure is oriented to allow front-unit access to the single parking space, while the rear unit has a private yard. CalStar bricks and pavers helped the project meet sustainability goals.


By By BD+C Staff | March 2, 2012
This article first appeared in the March 2012 issue of BD+C.

 

With brick-clad facades, the duplexes at Habitat for Humanity’s Ivy City in Washington, D.C., bring a look distinctive to the organization’s other affordable homes. Narrow lots and height requirements spurred Zavos Architecture+Design to orient the duplexes front-to-back rather than side-to-side, with the brick façade wrapping around for continuity. Each structure is oriented to allow front-unit access to the single parking space, while the rear unit has a private yard. CalStar bricks and pavers helped the project meet sustainability goals.

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