Cincinnati Three-Way

Designed as a three-unit building within a 2.5-story volume, the C3W draws from Cincinnati’s diverse neighborhood context while offering a flexible model for contemporary living. Three distinct unit types provide a range of sizes, configurations, and price points designed to support different households, income levels, and stages of life.  An accessible two-bedroom ground-floor unit supports aging in place, a compact one-bedroom provides an attainable starter home, and a larger two-story unit is designed to evolve as a household’s needs change.

The exterior of the C3W is an homage to the diverse neighborhood context with well-proportioned openings and a simple overall form united under an embracing side-gable roof. The design draws from the variety of porch types within Cincinnati with a multi-story covered exterior space that provides sheltered access to all front doors and unites all three units in a shared entry area that encourages social connection. The building is traditional wood-framed construction and incorporates standard details and durable, practical materials to maintain affordability and constructability.