ProtoHousing explores adaptive reuse on an urban scale, turning underutilized parcels in Portland, Oregon, into a high-performance housing model built from mass plywood. It’s not just a design solution—it’s a structural response to pressing urban needs.

By leveraging Oregon’s industrial mass plywood production, ProtoHousing addresses intersecting challenges: rising housing costs, a growing population, and legislative shifts requiring cities to support Accessory Dwelling Units and Cottage Cluster developments in single-family zones. Freed from constraints like off-street parking and owner-occupancy requirements, these compact homes support increased density while preserving neighborhood character.