We’re honored to share that our Washington Duplex was awarded the 2024 Urban Guild Merit Award for Design Excellence—a recognition that celebrates innovative architecture rooted in tradition and responsive to the evolving needs of our communities.
This plan began as a design challenge: How do you create housing that fits within the architectural language of a historic district while addressing the real needs of today—affordability, adaptability, and density? The Washington Duplex is our answer.
With classic proportions and materials that honor the surrounding neighborhood, this duplex doesn’t just blend in—it adds lasting value. But what really sets this design apart is its flexibility. The layout supports a variety of uses: owner-occupied with rental income, long-term lease, or short-term stays. It’s the kind of plan that fills a real housing need without sacrificing beauty or context.
The Urban Guild recognized this design not just for its charm, but for its broader impact. The Washington Duplex has already inspired similar developments across the Southeast, proving itself to be a replicable model for smart infill and workforce housing—particularly in older towns where new development often feels out of place.
Urban Guild Merit Award Winner
For our team, it’s more than an award. It’s a signal that good design can solve real problems, and that thoughtful infill housing can be a win for homeowners, developers, and communities alike.
View the house plan: Washington Duplex
