The village has quickly developed its own identity after only existing for a year and a half. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
Co-founder of Opportunity Village Andrew Heben explains his idea for the property. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
One of the largest houses on the property is a spherical structure that is covered in a tight tarp. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
There are shared spaces that include a kitchen, showers, a laundry area and a heated community area for residents to meet from time to time for residents. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
There are communal showers on site that the residents share. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
There are 30 colorful houses in the village. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
Although most houses are made with wood paneling, new additions differ in shape and size. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
As residents come and go, the community develops its own identity. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
Houses can vary from all shapes and sizes. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
There are 30 colorful homes on the property in Eugene. Opportunity Village is Eugene’s first tiny-house community for the homeless. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)