Lecture Notes: South Park Cottages Presentation

Introduction

• Speaker: Booker T. Washington, Founder and CEO of Techie Homes
• Location: South Park Cottages, College Park, Georgia
• Concept: Micro home community on 2.5 acres with 29 homes
• Features: Walking trails shaped like a heart, promoting community and innovative living concepts

Vision and Purpose

• Business Philosophy: Good business should be good for people
• Community Design: Built to provide alternative housing options like smaller spaces and savings
• Micro Homes: Cater to desires for different experiences and sustainable living

Community Features

• Amenities: Sitting areas, dog park, pergola, fire pit areas, and walking trails
• Sustainable Initiatives:
  • Absorbent parking lots for stormwater retention
  • Solar-powered lights off the grid

Speaker's Background

• Origin: Grew up in Atlanta, inspirational personal history as a single mom's child in apartments
• Professional Experience: Former HR executive at Tesla, HelloFresh, and Atlanta Falcons
• Dream: To create a safe and connected community unlike his upbringing

Testimonials

• Residents' Experiences:
  • Eniola Martins: Appreciates space and outdoor areas
  • Alexia Gossier: Attracted by design, affordability, and community feel
  • Christy Campbell: Values home investment and community involvement

Technological Integration

• Smart Home Features:
  • Voice-activated systems
  • Smart refrigerators and doorbells
• Energy Efficiency:
  • Double-insulated homes (R40 rating)
  • Instant hot water tanks, all-electric homes

Housing Models

• Available Sizes: 390 sq ft to 635 sq ft
• Design Elements: Large ceilings, modern finishes, communal facing
• Interior Features: High ceilings, modern cabinets, luxurious finishes

Community Investment

• Crowdfunding Approach: Raised $2 million from 250 people
• Wealth Building: Average 12% return for investors, affordable homeownership

Future Projects

• Union Park Cottages:
  • Location: Union City, Georgia
  • Significance: Growing city, affordable living solutions

Historical Context

• Small Homes Tradition: Reflection on Sears catalog homes and historical wealth-building

Conclusion

• Call to Action: Explore tiny homes, engage with Techie Homes community
• Engagement: Encouraged to like, comment, and subscribe for more content