WELCOME TO THE BASIS OF DESIGN
A POAH Building Design Resource
WELCOME TO THE BASIS OF DESIGN
A POAH Building Design Resource
THE RIGHT CHOICES MATTER.
The Basis of Design (BOD) specifies products and performance criteria based on durability + maintenance requirements, availability, and energy + water efficiency. By standardizing building performance across the portfolio, we can ensure quality-built homes for our residents.
The Basis of design is a product selection resource, not a product purchasing platform.
PRODUCTS + SPECS
PRODUCTS + SPECS
PRODUCTS + PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Coming Soon.
UNIT FINISH OPTIONS
UNIT FINISH OPTIONS
UNIT FINISH OPTIONS
First, pick your cabinetry color.
Unit Finish Options are based on cabinetry colors.
FORMS
FORMS
HELpful forms
Memorialize the selections you make by submitting the Unit Finishes Form. Share your submission with Architects, GCs, and Installers.
Provide POAH Design + Building Performance Dept. the information needed to get your flooring project underway.
Provide POAH Design + Building Performance Dept. the information needed to get your painting project underway.
CONTACT
CONTACT
CONTACT
For questions, comments, or recommendations, please fill out the following form:
or contact:
David Parker
basisofdesign@poah.org
617-449-1014
Preservation of Affordable Housing
40 Court Street, Suite 700
Boston, MA 02108