All Australians should be able to access safe, secure, comfortable and affordable housing. This is not commonplace and that is why we dedicate time in our practice for research and reflection.
Commonplace is working on a housing pilot in regional NSW – the proposal locates three 2 bedroom townhouses on a suburban lot. Delivering density that is considerate of neighbours, leverages proximity to town and delivers a typology and more affordable housing product for segments of the market that are not catered for (e.g essential workers, older women, single parents).
Currently, new housing stock tends to be single dwellings on large blocks or apartments. There is a pressing market gap and need for alternative housing types and products.
This type of small scale development softly increases density in established suburbs.
It is not the silver bullet for Australia’s affordable housing crisis but it is part of the solution. A solution we can deliver given our skillset, passion and networks.