Design Draw Build Architects & Builders

We are thrilled to share that Step-Up Housing was recognized with an Award in the Multi-Family category at the 2026 AIASF Design Awards last night!

Step-Up Housing redefines classic SRO housing via micro-units that prioritize dignity—creating an affordable housing model for the 50x100 Californian lot. One that can be repeated across the state. The building provides 39 units of supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness along a centrally-located stretch of downtown Berkeley.

We’re grateful to our collaborators, clients, and project partners who helped bring this vision to life. Thank you AIA San Francisco - AIASF for recognizing housing that aims to be both deeply practical and profoundly humane.

Read more about our awards and recognition here: https://www.designdrawbuild.com/recognition