"Located in Lawrence, Kansas, the Pinkney Neighborhood House was designed and built by graduate students at the University of Kansas's Studio 804 in 2023. This sustainable infill project, situated on the former site of a demolished home on Indiana Street, showcases modern design while adhering to the scale and vernacular of the historic neighborhood with its gabled roof forms. The house is Studio 804's 18th project to achieve LEED Platinum certification, the highest level of sustainable practice. The project features a main house and an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) above a detached, one-car garage, which promotes urban density and provides rental income opportunities for the owner. The design prioritizes a connection to the environment, particularly the backyard, which is adjacent to a flood zone and feels like a secluded, forested retreat. Inside the main house, an open-plan living, kitchen, and dining area offers flexibility for the occupants. The interior features low-VOC finishes, and a combination of louvers and operable windows ensures passive heating and cooling, while an energy recovery ventilator manages fresh air circulation in the airtight building envelope. The exterior is clad in Nichiha's glossy black Miraia architectural wall panels, giving it a modern and sleek appearance. Sustainability measures include a rainscreen ventilated facade, a 16-panel solar array, a permeable driveway to minimize stormwater runoff, and a rain garden on the eastern side of the property. The house also has energy-efficient windows and doors, Energy Star-rated appliances, and wiring for an electric car charger in the garage. Credits Architect and builder: Studio 804, Dan Rockhill Student designers: Lydia Juengling Photographer: Corey Gaffer Manufacturers and suppliers: S-5! Metal Roof Attachments, Nichiha, Duravit"