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Accessory Dwelling Unit Design, Online, Mar 5 - Apr 23, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Event Description
This course guides you through the process of designing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)—whether a backyard cottage, basement apartment, or small addition. You'll explore space-saving strategies, tour inspiring examples, and participate in interactive design exercises. In the virtual studio, you'll gain tools to help visualize and communicate your ideas.
Lina is a designer, builder, consultant, and small space dweller. Houses are her favorite thing in the world and through her commitment to small, smart housing, she focuses on accessory dwelling units (ADUs), tiny houses, and cohousing. Lina keeps a blog called Niche News, featuring vignettes about simple living in small spaces. Lina holds a Sustainable Building & Design Certification from Yestermorrow, a masters in Urban & Regional Planning from Portland State University, and certificates in Urban Design, Sustainable Homes Professional, and ADU Specialist. Lina has been featured in the Portland Tribune, OR Magazine, Vermont Public Radio, and Portlandia.
Sliding Scale Tuition
The implementation of a sliding scale is part of our commitment to economic justice and continued equity within education. Students can select the rate that applies best to their situation during registration.
Tier 1
Tuition Assistance: 65% reduced rate
Paying for this course presents a significant financial hardship.
Tier 2
Tuition Assistance: 85% reduced rate
Paying full price for this course presents somewhat of a financial hardship.
Tier 3
Full Tuition
Paying this price may be a sacrifice, but I can find the resources to do so.
Tier 4
Your Tuition & Help Another: Full Tuition + 15%
Paying for this course does not present a significant financial sacrifice. I have the ability to redistribute resources and increase access for others.
Tier 5
Your Tuition & Help Another: Full Tuition + 40%
Paying for this course does not present any financial sacrifice. I have the ability to redistribute resources and increase access for others.
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