Conference Presentations

Campus housing is foundational for student retention and academic success, yet it's often beyond the means of many students. To address the growing crisis of student homelessness, the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) developed an affordable, co-housing model that changes the conversation around equity and diversity. In this session, we'll explore the unique programmatic elements necessary for developing an equitable campus community. This case study will introduce a new model for vertically integrated co-housing solutions that you can apply on your campus when planning affordable housing projects that enhance student life and learning.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Evaluate three design strategies to consider for vertical integrated co-living housing that meets diverse students' needs and allow for equity and wellbeing.
2. Identify three key strategies around intentional campus growth as well as the development of affordable student housing that is accessible to all and creates an equitable campus community.
3. Detail four methods of affordable, cost-effective housing construction techniques.
4. Advocate for affordable housing projects on your campus by incorporating community strategies that will be successful in gaining initial approval.

Presenters:

Simone Barth, Principal, Mithun
Brendan Connolly, Partner, Mithun
Peter Hendrickson, Associate Vice Chancellor, Design & Construction, University of California-Los Angeles
Austin Wheelon, Preconstruction Manager, PCL Construction Enterprises, Inc.

Delivered 04/02/2025.

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