2009 Finalist

East Biloxi Homes Program

  • Organization: Gulf Coast Community Design Studio (www.coloradocoalition.org)
  • Location: Biloxi, Mississippi
  • The East Biloxi Homes Program rebuilds homes damaged by Hurricane Katrina. The homes are single-family detached infill projects that include typically 2 to 3 bedrooms. The homes are elevated to meet FEMA requirements and are part of neighborhoods with proximity to churches, parks, elementary schools and grocery stores.