The L.A. Forum is proud to host another great home tour for a groundbreaking project, a collaboration between developer Michael Tessler of Responsive Homes and Daveed Kapoor, founder and principal of architecture firm Utopiad. It’s a single-story Southern California prototype for climate-responsive, small and affordable homes located in Northeast L.A.

Here are some of the features that make this home truly special:

ThermaCork Clad Facades: The exterior is adorned with ThermaCork shiplap panels, a natural renewable material with exceptional insulating properties.
Thoughtful Solar Orientation: The roof slopes have been meticulously designed to harness the power of the sun, catering to seasonal interior climatic needs.
Sawtooth-Butterfly Roof Profile: A unique roof design maximizes daylight in living spaces while maintaining harmony with neighboring buildings.
Passive Heating and Cooling: This house is ingeniously designed to be passively heated and cooled, significantly reducing reliance on mechanical systems.
Thoughtful Craftsmanship: Every detail inside celebrates craftsmanship and structure as ornament, paying homage to Southern California's rich legacy.
Sustainable Materials: From lime plaster walls to locally sourced flooring and custom concrete countertops, sustainability is at the heart of this project.

This home represents a new standard for environmentally-conscious living without compromising on comfort and style. Join us for a tour and experience it first hand, with remarks by Daveed and Michael.

Tour Details:

Date: Nov 4, 2023
Time: Small groups at 11am, 12n, and 1pm. Each tour is 45-60 min.
Location: Cypress Park. Address provided with ticket.

We look forward to sharing this extraordinary space with you!

Please note: by attending this tour, you agree to the liability waiver and release below.

Liability Waiver and Release: * I hereby declare that I accept and understand the following conditional requirements of my participation in LA Forum's House Tour- I declare that I fully intend to be bound by the condition stated herein. I further declare that I have read and fully understand all of the conditions outlined below. In consideration of acceptance of my participation in LA Forum's House Tour, I, for myself, my heirs and assigns, hereby release the sponsors, program participants, coordinators, and officials of this event from any and all liability arising from illness and/or damages I may suffer as a result of participation in such a tour. I attest that I will wear any protective gear required by the tour organizers. I agree that if I violate this agreement and attempt to bring suit against any part of parties named herein, that I will be held responsible for attorney’s fees and any costs incurred by that person in defending such action. I further understand that this waiver applies to all or any events in which I may participate from the time I convene with my tour group forward and that this waiver and release of rights contains no expiration date.

House Tour: Responsive Homes/Utopiad

By The Los Angeles Forum for Architecture and Urban Design

House Tour: Responsive Homes/Utopiad