In partnership with nonprofit developer, Restore Neighborhoods Los Angeles, Lehrer Architects created a reproducible, affordable starter home for South LA’s infill lot for less than $200,000, including design and construction. This starter home prototype elevates the typology by creating spatial complexities, a sense of luxury and energy independence not usually found in this type of housing. Measuring in at a modest 1,000 sq. ft, the design of this home aims to honor the rudiments of good living. This prototype shows that dignity, sustainability, sense of luxury and healthy living are for everyone.