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A footpath winds its way through the
community gardens of Village Homes. |
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| Village Homes is one of the
most renowned communities in Davis, and has
received national and international recognition
as an outstanding example of sustainable
community-based planning. Village Homes
features an incredible array of trees and vegetation,
including large community gardens and greens, as
well as a community center that hosts an
excellent restaurant and dance studio, among
other things. |
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Most houses in Village Homes are
relatively small, feature pleasant
architecture, and are oriented to take
advantage of the active and passive solar
energy systems ubiquitous throughout the
neighborhood. |
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Most of the homes in Village Homes are
elegantly integrated into the environment,
tucked into groves of trees and gardens.
The home above abuts a large community green. |
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| Aspects
of the sustainable design that has made
Village Homes famous include narrow
and well-shaded streets, natural drainage, and
pedestrian walkways. As you can see here, a
beautiful canopy provides unparalleled
protection from the sun and elements. |
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Village
Homes features several community greens that
serve as centers for recreation and community
gatherings. Above, a home overlooks the
expansive main community green. |
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