Holistic Housing is defined by five guiding principles:

I

Walkable, Sustainable and Equitable
Holistic housing is pedestrian-centered, environmentally friendly, and considers socioeconomic and digital equity. Holistic Housing is supported by incentives, programs and platforms that provide long term stability for residents.

II

Home is Everything
Holistic housing is defined as a central component of a system rather than an isolated entity. Holistic Housing relies on a nested understanding of dwelling, including multiple scales of engagement, and the tangible and intangible elements of design.

III

Closed Loops
Holistic housing is an integral part of both the natural and built environments. It carefully considers inputs and outputs, acknowledging the spatial limitations and finite resources defining communities.

IV

All Hands on Deck
Holistic housing is generated through an inclusive design process. It invites the community to actively participate across the entire planning and design process, from early phase strategy sessions to ideation workshops to final decision making.

V

Extreme Events
Holistic housing supports the physical, mental, social, educational, and economic well being of its residents through moments of crisis.