The aim of this competition is to design modern, affordable homes for the target middle income group who are workers in the nearby industries. The design should have a sensitivity to the local culture and suburban setting. It should provide a sustainable solution that enhances the local architectural tradition, in which locally sourced renewable resources are used to provide natural temperature and humidity regulation. There are increased opportunity to integrate new technological innovations into the design. Construction cost per standard unit house should be capped at 1500tk/sft, to maintain affordability and allow for future ownership.