Located in a rural Indigenous community in British Columbia, this housing project provides elders’, children’s, and family housing on reserve, supporting the Nation’s vision for members living on their traditional lands. The project includes two triplexes and one four-plex, offering a mix of unit types designed to support multigenerational living. Developed in collaboration with Urban Systems, the project reflects a shared understanding of on-reserve housing delivery and community priorities.

The homes were designed to respond to both the remote location and the everyday needs of residents. Features such as space for large freezers to support hunting and harvesting, durable solid-surface countertops for food preparation and canning, and generous covered porches help support daily life and connections to the land. Building forms draw inspiration from the surrounding mountain landscape, while a natural palette of blues, greens, and wood elements creates a warm and welcoming residential character.

Given the challenges of building in a remote location with limited access to trades and construction resources, prefabricated Passive House wall and roof panels were incorporated throughout the project. This approach improved quality control, constructability, thermal performance, and construction efficiency. Designed to meet BC Energy Step Code 4, the homes feature high-performance building envelopes, HRVs, efficient lighting and appliances, and enhanced detailing to support durability, occupant comfort, and long-term operational efficiency.

studioHuB architects ltd. was involved from the pre-funding stage through construction completion, supporting funding applications, concept design, and project delivery. Trauma-informed design principles informed material and colour selections, resulting in homes that are comfortable, durable, and reflective of community values.