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The city of Portland recently announced its winners in the first ever “Courtyard Housing” design competition. In the process of reviewing the winners I stumbled across one of the most succinct, thoughtful graphics explaining the benefit of accessory units. The graphic is part of the proposal by the very talented architect/designer/graphic guru Ryan Sullivan at Sparkynino. (I’m hoping Ryan doesn’t mind that I share his super-cool design). Check it out:

One of the things that’s great about this graphic is that it shows the sustainable nature of accessory units. These additional units allow families to stay on their property, even as housing needs change over the years. Rather than selling the house as children move in (or out), the family can simply move in (or out) of the accessory unit.

Take a look at Ryan’s website, along with his full proposal here.

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