Doris Farm Cottages and Resort

The Doris Farm project had as an objective to design a resort that focuses on a nature retreat which shows guests the history of the Black Belt in the South and the culture of Black Americans in the South. This exercise had a larger focus on the design of both single occupancy and double occupancy cottages. These had a limit of 250 sq. ft. and 350 sq. ft. respectively. The element of accessibility was thoroughly analyzed and made a priority for the design to be complete. As a result, the efficient use of space was vital, bringing forward the functionality of flexible spaces created by flexible and moveable furniture. The inclusion of private spaces as well as social spaces was developed to create the experience of a nature retreat that also allows for human connection.