OXFORD
HOUSING
A Prototype for middle housing in cities
Oxford Middle Housing is a prototype for innovative urban infill — a 24-unit modular-designed development that expands student housing options just one block from UC Berkeley. Designed as a model for “middle housing” city-wide, the project demonstrates how density bonuses and state pro-housing tools (SB330) can unlock compact, sustainable, and livable communities.
The building is all-electric and powered by 100% renewable energy, meeting Berkeley’s stringent sustainability standards. Student-focused amenities include a daylit community bike lounge on every floor, emphasis on privacy, efficiency kitchens, daylit corner living rooms and a generous front porch for socializing.
With no parking on a midblock lot, the development proves how contextual, efficient design can transform overlooked sites into resilient housing solutions. This project was completed on time, and $1M under budget.
PROJECT INFO
Project: Oxford Student Housing, Berkeley, CA
Units: 24 units
Client: Collabhome.io
Prime Architect: Yes Community Architects
SERVICES
Feasibility Studies
Entitlement Design
Full Service Architecture