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Lorcan O'herlihy Architects Completes Isla Intersections

— July 11, 2025 — Art & Design
Architecture firm LOHA, also known as Lorcan O'Herlihy Architects has completed the design of the Isla Intersections. This is an affordable housing complex that is meant for those who are formerly homeless. The build is made up of stacked shipping containers and it rests on top of uniquely shaped design. With a triangular base near a highway, it posed as a challenge for the team to tackle.

The team explains the design concept: "The towers are intentionally scattered along the pie-shaped edge of the property, enclosing a sequence of small green spaces that provide surprising moments connecting the landscape to the private residences." It adds, "Isla aspires to build on [Stanford Avalon Community Garden's] legacy, harnessing the potential to be a part of a much larger living lung that can potentially wind its way through the city."

Image Credit: Eric Staudenmaier
Trend Themes
1. Modular Architecture - Utilizing modular construction techniques such as stacked shipping containers, architects can quickly construct affordable housing complexes in urban areas.
2. Green Urban Design - Integrating small green spaces into residential developments creates urban sanctuaries that enhance residents' quality of life and contribute to environmental sustainability.
3. Housing for the Homeless - Innovative housing solutions are addressing homelessness through designs that blend aesthetic appeal with functionality, aiming to reintegrate marginalized populations into centralized urban areas.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - The rise of modular building options in urban construction is reshaping conventional architectural practices and driving cost-efficiency in housing projects.
2. Real Estate Development - Affordable housing projects that incorporate unique design and sustainability goals are changing the landscape of urban real estate.
3. Social Services - Partnerships between architects and social services aim to serve homeless populations by creating accessible housing solutions that respect their needs and dignity.
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