Affordable Housing for Renters and Homeowners

A Near Zero Energy Home (NZEH) dramatically reduces the amount of energy required to operate the home. Through high-performance construction and efficient building systems, NZEH homes typically use 30% less energy than standard building code homes. Our homes combine energy efficiency with durable materials to create housing that's both affordable today and sustainable long-term.

Key Features:

  • Designed Around Community Income — Homes are planned around local median incomes so monthly housing costs are attainable for the people who live and work in the community

  • Fast, Efficient Construction — Completed in approximately 30 working days using optimized, repeatable building methods

  • Built to Exceed Code for Long-Term Durability — Structural systems (foundation, framing, fastening, and bracing) go beyond minimum code requirements to create a high-performance structure designed for 100+ years

  • High-Performance Exterior Systems — Roofing, siding, and windows are selected for long service life (~30 years) and enhanced resilience (including up to 130 mph wind ratings)

  • Significantly More Energy Efficient — Designed to be ~30% more efficient than code, reducing energy use and utility costs

  • Improved Comfort and Indoor Air Quality — Consistent temperatures, better humidity control, and healthier indoor environments

  • Lower Total Cost of Ownership — Durability, efficiency, and reduced maintenance combine to lower lifetime housing costs—not just upfront cost

  • Reduced Environmental Impact — Efficient operation and longer-lasting materials decrease resource use over time

CategoryTraditional Stick-Built HomesModular ConstructionOur Affordable Housing Model
Design GoalBuilt to market pricingBuilt for factory efficiencyBuilt to community median income affordability
Build Time5-9 months typical2-4 months~30 working days
Energy EfficiencyCode minimumVaries~30% better than code
Exterior DurabilityBuilder-grade materialsVariesUpgraded materials with ~30-year life
Structural IntegrityMeetsMeetsExceeds
Maintenance CostsHigher long-term maintenanceModerateLower long-term maintenance
Operating CostsHigher utilitiesModerateLower utilities and maintenance

Single-Family House

Specs

  • 1334 sq. ft.
  • 3 bedrooms, 2 bath

Target Affordability

  • < $200,000

Duplex

Built in Wabash, Indiana

  • Completed on January 30, 2026
  • Built in approximately 45 working days

Specs

  • 700 sq. ft. per unit
  • 2 bedrooms, 1 bath per unit

Target rental rate

  • $1095+ / month, with some utilities and lawncare included