Journey Inside a Home Designed for Human Health

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Beth Cochran

Welcome to Vali Mews, a four-home urban development in the heart of Phoenix that was designed as somewhat of an experiment. Several years ago, the duo behind this ambitious project, Austin Trautman and Lucas Johnson, set out to see if they could create the “everything bagel” of good building.

Not only did they aim to use materials and building practices that were mindful of human health, embodied carbon and embodied injustice, they simultaneously wanted to address the “missing middle” housing dilemma and create environments that evoked human joy.

Were they successful? Check it out and decide for yourself!

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People Mentioned

  • Obie Bowman
  • Sim Van der Ryn
  • Verdant Structures
  • Celestial Designs
  • Summit Architecture Co.

Projects & Resources Mentioned

  • The Sea Ranch Lodge
  • Real Goods Trading Company at the Solar Living Center
  • Hester/McNally Residence

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