Our Mission

We believe homes should be built for people—not just for profit. That’s why we’re looking toward restoring neglected lots, reimagining historic properties, and designing small-scale housing that reflects the character and needs of real communities.

fUc–CO (Functional Utility | Community-Driven | Colorado) is a woman-led development initiative rooted in adaptive reuse, local resilience, and neighborhood belonging. Every project starts with one question: How can this space serve its block, not just the market?

What We’re Building

We’re focused on:

• Adaptive Reuse
  Transforming existing structures and infill lots into functional homes using modern, cost-effective methods.

• Courtyard Compounds
  Creating clustered micro-communities with shared outdoor space and intentional design.

• Community-First Design
  Prioritizing local input, architectural context, and long-term livability over short-term ROI.

• Strategic Infill Development
  Reclaiming overlooked or underutilized city parcels to create intentional density that complements existing neighborhoods and strengthens housing access.

Our Goals

We’re preparing to launch our first development block in the historic Roswell neighborhood of Colorado Springs. From there, our goals are:

• Develop 8+ rental units on underutilized lots through adaptive reuse and small-footprint construction

• Preserve 4 historic homes within the Tejon Cottages to demonstrate how character and function can coexist

• Open 1 community-supported design lab to engage residents in shaping future housing options

• Build a replicable model that can scale responsibly—not quickly, but right—in alignment with neighborhood character and local needs

This isn’t just a concept—we have a working prototype, a viable site held by a private seller, and a blueprint ready for scale. While Roswell is our ideal launchpad, our model is adaptable. We’ve already identified alternate lots and communities with aligned values that can support this same kind of block-scale transformation.

We’re acting urgently—because the housing crisis won’t wait—but we’re building deliberately, with care and intention.

Why It Matters

Colorado doesn’t just need more housing—it needs better housing. Housing that honors where we’ve been and makes space for where we’re going. We’re not here to flip for profit or stage homes for market gloss. We’re here to build spaces that feel like home—block by block.