Clients Options

1. Two Single Mothers with Young Children

• Why it fits: Shared living/dining promotes support between mothers.

• Considerations: May need slightly more visual and acoustic separation in the shared spaces if families don’t always get along.

2. Two Closely Related Extended Families (e.g., Cousins or Siblings' Families)

• Why it fits: Familiarity makes sharing easier. Space allows for combined or separate activities.

• Design use: Shared kitchen/living space promotes unity; outdoor fire pit aligns with tikanga.

3. Communal Housing for Māori Students

Why it fits: Bedrooms act like dorms; shared areas support collective study, kai, and cultural practice.

Mezzanine: Can become a cultural workshop or study hub