Designing & Developing Attainable Housing That Works: Smart Solutions for Lasting Impact
Wednesday, February 18 | 2:15 - 3:15 PM
OCCC - West 308D
What It's About
Amid rising housing costs and shifting community needs, the demand for attainable, livable housing is more urgent than ever. This panel explores how cross-disciplinary design -- blending architecture, planning, and development -- can make a lasting impact in the affordable multifamily housing space. Experts share case studies, construction methods, and funding models that deliver high-quality housing while controlling costs. Learn how facade strategies, efficient unit layouts, and human-centered interiors can enhance resident well-being, attract investment, and speed time to market. Packed with visuals and actionable tools, we’ll provide a roadmap for designing attainable housing that works for residents and communities alike.
What You’ll Learn
- Learn how simplifying design elements can reduce cost while maintaining visual quality.
- Explore flexible unit planning and human-centric design principles that enhance livability in workforce housing.
- Evaluate cost-saving construction technologies based on project context.
- Understand how to incentivize investment through strategic design and public-private collaboration.
How to Attend
Participants must be registered for an Expo + Education pass. Seating for sessions will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Speakers
Arabic
Chinese
French
German
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish