The Onyx Village

Housing reimagined with sustainability, a smaller footprint, and beautiful design built into every configuration.

Onyx villages are an eco-friendly, modular system of smaller footprint homes that can be configured to create beautiful, sustainable solutions for urban planning and development. Our mission is to help reduce the world’s carbon footprint by making sustainable living accessible and stable for everyone. 

Solutions for affordable, sustainable housing.

Every LIM Living unit is responsibly built to strict California building codes and all materials are energy-efficient, natural, low-emitting, and/or recycled. These welcoming homes offer affordable solutions to address transitional housing, affordable housing & community development challenges.

Exterior and structural features
  • A 2x8 thick wall structure with ICC-ES certification to meet the highest and safest energy and building standards
  • Sheep wool insulation provides excellent thermal insulation, improves air quality, helps resist mold and mildew, and helps with sound absorption
  • Engineered bamboo siding, deck and stairs for durability and low maintenance
  • Fiberglass entry door — one of the strongest and most energy efficient materials
  • Two recycled content and LEED certified windows for added lighting and sustainability
  • Energy-efficient roof with 98% Solar Reflective Index to keep each unit cool longer
Interior finishes
  • Cork flooring with Scuff Resistant Technology for a timeless style and waterproof base
  • Bamboo window sills and baseboards
  • Bamboo cabinets and spacious soft close drawers for storage
Kitchenette features
  • 100% recycled paper countertops
  • 2 burner induction cooktop
  • Range hood with vent to exterior
  • Optional oven/microwave combo
  • Mini fridge with freezer
Bathroom features
  • Wall-hung toilet
  • Sensored exhaust fan 
  • Medicine cabinet w/electrical outlet 
  • Waterproof floor & walls 
  • Slip resistant floors 
  • Shower head & sink faucet combo (dual purpose)
  • Built-in recessed 3-shelf niche
Mechanical and electrical features
  • HVAC mini-split unit for heating and cooling all year long
  • Water heater
  • Solar-ready
  • Energy-efficient exterior and interior LED lighting
  • Pre-wired for ethernet and electrical hookups

Communities that inspire + support

LIM Living units offer environmentally responsible living spaces that meet California's strictest building codes and are affordable to build and maintain.

Simple plans. Lasting impact.

Our modular panelized systems make planning and approval easy and fast. With fully outfitted kitchenettes and bathrooms, warm wood finishes and plenty of light, each unit feels like a fresh start filled with opportunity. Configure your Onyx village footprint to meet the needs of your community. Let's build a healthier future together.

Key Benefits

Panelized building system: Factory-built panels pre-installed with insulation, electrical, plumbing, fixture & windows. 

Easy to assemble & transport: Panel by panel assembly, no cranes or heavy equipment required. Easier to transport to challenging locations with limited access.

Shorter construction time: Assembly in days versus months compared to traditional construction approaches.

Prefabricated panels built in a controlled factory environment: Efficient manufacturing, reduced labor cost, enhanced quality control, minimized weather delays, and a significant reduction of construction waste at the site.

Building with integrity.

At LIM Living, we're proud to hold the certifications that guarantee our units are built to code and meet California's rigorous standards for structure, energy efficiency, and sustainability. When you choose LIM Living, you can trust in our commitment to quality and compliance.