“In the creation of a garden, the architect invites the partnership of the Kingdom of Nature. In a beautiful garden, the majesty of Nature is ever present, but Nature reduced to human proportions and thus transformed into the most efficient haven against the aggressiveness of contemporary life.” Luis Barragan
Langley Garden Bungalows
Novawest’s pilot cottage community is located on Whidbey Island in Langley, Washington. The bungalows are a classic pocket neighborhood, featuring a tight cluster of single-family homes built around shared common areas of landscaped paths and gardens. The community feel is enhanced through the configuration of common spaces and grouped residences. Consistent with its conviction that the future will see less dependence upon fossil fuels, Novawest chose second bedrooms instead of garages, a decision that encourages the use of public transit and the overall pedestrian experience. As with Novawest’s entire current portfolio of projects, the Langley Garden Bungalows target a “way of life” market.
