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Dr. P from Dorchester, MA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Give Students a Chance to Design Neighborhood Homes

Help me give my students two more PC's that can run Revit Software so two more students can particpate in the AutoDesk Architecture Design Challenge, designing small homes in the community

  • $1,946 goal

This project expired on August 7, 2025.

This project expired on August 7, 2025.

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Project Description: Designing Tiny Homes for the Community Using Revit Software

Project Overview: This project involves a group of students utilizing Revit software to design functional, sustainable, and affordable tiny homes within their community.

The goal is to address housing shortages, promote eco-friendly living, and explore the potential of tiny home living. The students will work collaboratively to create detailed architectural designs using Revit, applying principles of sustainable design, space optimization, and innovative construction techniques.

Objectives:

Design and Plan: The primary objective is to design tiny homes that are both practical and aesthetically pleasing. Students will focus on maximizing limited space while ensuring comfort and functionality.

Sustainability: Emphasis will be placed on sustainable practices such as energy efficiency, renewable materials, water conservation, and reduced environmental footprints. Revit will be used to simulate and optimize these features.

Community Impact: The project aims to address housing needs within the community, potentially offering low-cost housing solutions or contributing to the development of a sustainable neighborhood.

Dr. P Techboston Academy Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP - Envy 2-in-1 14" Full HD Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core 5 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Natural Silver • Best Buy Education $799.99 2 $1,599.98

Materials cost

$1,599.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$24.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,653.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$291.88

Total project goal

$1,945.86

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