Community First! Village

Mark Odom Studio, now part of Cline, was honored to partner with Mobile Loaves & Fishes (MLF) on the expansion of Community First! Village, a thoughtfully planned community that provides housing and support for individuals emerging from chronic homelessness. This phase reflects a deeply human-centered approach to affordable housing and community-focused living.

As part of the expansion, the team designed six custom microhomes ranging from 144 to 200 square feet. Each plan was intentionally crafted to support different personalities and living styles, creating environments rooted in dignity, individuality, and belonging. Three layouts — The Alcove House, The Bungalow, and El Camino a Casa — were designed for more extroverted residents, while The Delight House, The Birdwatcher, and The Happy Hideaway offer spaces intended for quieter, more introverted ways of living.