We believe that everyone deserves a safe, affordable, and dignified place to live. Our Tiny Home Development initiative offers fully furnished, energy-efficient housing designed to provide people experiencing homelessness with the stability they need to rebuild their lives. By integrating sustainable practices and supportive services, we’re not just providing homes—we’re building communities where residents can thrive and work toward a better future.
One Bedroom Units – Designed for Comfort and Independence
- Fully Furnished: Each tiny home comes fully furnished with essential items, so residents can move in and feel at home right away.
- Energy-Efficient Appliances: We prioritize sustainability by using energy-efficient appliances that reduce costs and environmental impact.
- In-Unit Washer & Dryer: Every unit includes a washer and dryer, offering convenience and independence for daily living.
- Affordable Housing: Rents are subsidized and set at an affordable rate, with residents paying a third of their incomes..
The Summers Porter House, completed in 2023, is a groundbreaking development featuring a tiny house duplex, including one fully accessible unit designed for individuals with mobility challenges.
This Tulane UrbanBuild 19 is a single-family home designed and built by Tulane University Architectural School in 2024. See the stories aired on CBS Morning about the students and Benjamin, the resident of the house.
Coming Soon! Our third house is scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2024. We continue our collaboration with Tulane’s UrbanBuild program
Comprehensive Supportive Services
Living in one of our tiny homes means access to more than just housing—it’s about giving residents the tools they need to succeed. Louvis Services works with other nonprofits providing flexible, individualized on-site services including:
- Counseling & Independent Living Skills: Support for personal growth through counseling and development of independent living skills.
- Harm Reduction Services: Offering health, mental health, and substance use support, including harm reduction strategies to promote well-being.
- Money Management & Employment Assistance: Programs to help residents develop financial literacy and secure employment, giving them the tools to maintain housing and financial stability.
Edible Landscape Program: Growing Health, Growing Community
Our commitment to sustainability and self-sufficiency extends to our Edible Landscape Program, where residents have the opportunity to grow their own food. Each property features:
- Fruit Trees, Vegetables, & Berries: A variety of edible plants are cultivated on-site to promote healthy eating and self-reliance.
- Tenant Participation: Residents are encouraged to help maintain the gardens, fostering a sense of community and responsibility.
- Gardening, Nutrition & Cooking Education: We work with organizations that offer education on gardening, nutrition, and cooking, empowering residents to make healthy choices and reduce food insecurity.
Consulting Services: Sharing Our Expertise and Experience
With years of hands-on experience in permanent supportive housing, designing, building, and operating tiny homes for individuals experiencing homelessness, Louvis Services is proud to offer consulting services to help others develop similar impactful housing solutions.
Why Choose Our Consulting Services?
- Proven Expertise: Our team has extensive experience in permanent supportive housing and developing tiny homes that offer both housing and essential wrap-around services.
- Customized Solutions: We offer tailored advice and strategies to meet the specific needs of your community or organization, ensuring sustainable and successful outcomes.
- Comprehensive Support: From planning and site development to funding and services implementation, we can guide you through every step of the process.
- Impactful Results: Permanent Supportive Housing development has demonstrated the ability to reduce homelessness and improve quality of life for residents. We’re ready to help you do the same.
Whether you’re looking to develop a new tiny home project, improve your existing services, or create a model for addressing homelessness, our consulting services can provide the knowledge and guidance needed to ensure success.
For more information or to discuss how we can assist with your project, please contact us at lwhite@louvisservices.org.