1. INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A Pattern Book
Design for Diversity and Equality
Co-authors:
Edward Steinfeld, Arch.D., AIA
Jonathan White, M. Arch - Presenter
The Center for Inclusive Design & Environmental Access
School of Architecture & Planning
University at Buffalo, the State University of New York

2. CNU + INCLUSIVE DESIGN
 Diverse neighborhood use and population
 Communities designed for the pedestrian as
well as the car
 Easy access to the community for all
 Mixed-use neighborhoods that promote
social integration
 Solve problems at the neighborhood level
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

3. ABOUT INCLUSIVE DESIGN
 Design that does not discriminate
 Increase usability, safety, and health for all
 Not synonymous with accessible design
 Levels of access to address social context,
population, and market
 Integrates usability with important design
concerns like aesthetics, sustainable design,
and urbanism
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

4. BOOK PURPOSE
 Act as a resource for design professionals
 Encourage equitable housing practices that benefit
everyone
 Take a step towards change in housing design,
putting an end to …
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

5. PATTERN BOOK AS A TOOL
 Familiar Tool of Planners and Urban
Designers
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

6. THE NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE
 Based on Transect Zones
 Focus on T3, T4, and T5 zones
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

7. BOOK CONTENTS
 The Neighborly House - Sustainability, Marketability,
Social Interaction, Security, & Affordability
 Levels of Access - Visitability, Lifespan, & Inclusive
 Block, Lot, & House Components
 Architectural Applications
 Details
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8. THE NEIGHBORLY HOUSE
Small setbacks and raised
porches in front provide a
traditional character. The
alleys not only provide better
vehicle access, a marketable
feature for all, but can also
provide a no-step entry at the
back of the houses
City of Austin, TX, AHFC S.M.A.R.T HousingTM
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

9. LEVELS OF ACCESS
Visitability and Lifespan design criteria
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10. BLOCK COMPONENTS
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

11. BLOCK COMPONENTS
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

12. LOT COMPONENTS
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

13. LOT COMPONENTS
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

14. HOUSE COMPONENTS
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

15. ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATIONS
Single Family Detached House | American Craftsman Bungalow
1370 sf habitable interior space
910 sf building footprint
3 bedroom, 2 bath
INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A PATTERN BOOK

16. ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATIONS
Wide, centralized circulation space
Large, accessible closet
Turn-around and door
approach clearance Turn-around and knee
space clearance space
Enough space for roll-in shower
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17. INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A Pattern Book
Design for Diversity and Equality
Available from:
W.W. Norton & Co.
Fall 2009
Check our website for an announcement on the exact
release date. http://www.ap.buffalo.edu/idea

18. INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A Pattern Book
Design for Diversity and Equality
Also available for free download:
Visitability Booklet
A 10-page booklet on this inclusive
approach to housing
Available for free on our website and at:
http://www.udeworld.com/visbooklet/visitabilitybooklet.pdf

19. INCLUSIVE HOUSING: A Pattern Book
Design for Diversity and Equality
Authors:
Edward Steinfeld: arced@buffalo.edu
Jonathan White: jrwhite2@buffalo.edu
IDEA Center
378 Hayes Hall | University at Buffalo School of Architecture
3435 Main St. | Buffalo, NY 14214-3087
Tel: 716-829-3485 ext. 329 | Fax: 716-829-3861
http://www.ap.buffalo.edu/idea