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The Cochran Residence is a single-family home by houm, a Detroit-based design firm that uses digital fabrication, generative design and industrial-scale production to reduce the economic and environmental cost of housing. The 1,600 square-foot main residence features a thoughtfully planned layout with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. A striking 24-foot tall cathedral ceiling in the living area and an adjoining patio space seamlessly merges indoor and outdoor living areas creating an airy and inviting atmosphere.
Attached to the main home by a second level bridge is a 430 square-foot studio-style accessory dwelling unit, perched above a single-car garage. This versatile space, accessible via a rear alleyway, offers both privacy and functionality, making it ideal for guests, a home office, or additional rental income.
The building features a 100% recyclable high-performance envelope with R-60 roof, R-45 walls that is designed to eliminate thermal breaks and air infiltration, complemented by high-performance double-pane, low-E, argon filled windows, 40-year metal envelope with recycled content, and natural cedar accents. Two digitally-fabricated cores are used to efficiently house all service and mechanical systems in this home. The first core supports the kitchen, laundry, mechanical room, and both bathrooms of the main structure; the second supports the kitchen and bathroom of the accessory dwelling unit. Off-site construction was used for most major elements, greatly reducing the time and cost needed to complete the home, while improving quality.
Cost: $203.25/sf | $500,000.00 (including land and all soft costs)
Timeline: 8 months | 33% lower than regional average
Additional Facts: $75.00 maximum heating cost during winter | 83% lower than regional average waste during construction reduced by 33%
NOTE: This project, and houm, was recently featured in Crain’s Magazine. I have a pdf of the article, which the form declined to upload. I am happy to provide if you’d like.
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