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Facebook to Invest in San Francisco’s Affordable Housing

Kara Mavros

December 11, 2020

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The social network will build 2,000 homes in the tech capital.

South Bronx Housing by Alexander Gorlin Architects

New York

Linda C. Lentz

October 2, 2020

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A Manhattan-based architect brightens a once-notorious corner of the South Bronx with affordable apartments designed to provide more than shelter.

Studio Gang’s twisting new 39-story Mira residential tower.

The Future of San Francisco's Transbay District

John King

October 2, 2020

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Tech offices are dark and storefronts are empty. But, as residential towers by Studio Gang and OMA show, the future of San Francisco’s new mixed-use district is planned for diversity and affordability.

Communal terraces on the roofs of Marin Architects.

Affordable Multifamily Housing Projects Adapt to Covid-19

James McCown

October 1, 2020

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Architects designing affordable multifamily residential projects aim to combat the spread of the coronavirus—and possible future viral outbreaks.

Small House by the Front Porch Initiative

Rural Studio Program Promotes Energy-Efficient Home Ownership

Joann Gonchar, FAIA

April 28, 2020

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The Front Porch Initiative aims to create resilient single-family houses while enhancing access to mortgages in high-needs rural areas.

President Obama Talks Sustainability, Affordability, and Air Force One at Greenbuild 2019

Miriam Sitz

November 21, 2019

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At the USGBC’s annual conference, the former president shared his thoughts on the most critical issues facing society today and reflected on life since leaving the White House.

Confronting the Global Housing Crisis at the Architecture & Design Film Festival

Confronting the Global Housing Crisis at the 2019 Architecture & Design Film Festival

Dante A. Ciampaglia

October 14, 2019

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Four films screening at this year's ADFF—which runs from October 16-20 in New York—tackle housing insecurity.

72Foster by Holst Architecture

Portland, Oregon

Miriam Sitz

October 1, 2019

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A dignified affordable-housing complex in Portland, Oregon, targets multiple generations.

Independence Library and Apartments by John Ronan Architects

Chicago

Josephine Minutillo

October 1, 2019

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In Chicago, a public library combined with affordable housing aims to become a neighborhood center.

Microsoft Commits $500 Million to Affordable Housing in Seattle Area

Justin Chan

January 17, 2019

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On Wednesday, the company announced it is putting $500 million toward addressing the lack of affordable housing in the greater Seattle area.

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Fire-Rated Expansion Joints: Employing Best Practices + Avoiding Field Problems

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Items Tagged with 'affordable housing'

ARTICLES

Facebook to Invest in San Francisco’s Affordable Housing

South Bronx Housing by Alexander Gorlin Architects

The Future of San Francisco's Transbay District

Affordable Multifamily Housing Projects Adapt to Covid-19

Rural Studio Program Promotes Energy-Efficient Home Ownership

President Obama Talks Sustainability, Affordability, and Air Force One at Greenbuild 2019

Confronting the Global Housing Crisis at the 2019 Architecture & Design Film Festival

72Foster by Holst Architecture

Independence Library and Apartments by John Ronan Architects

Microsoft Commits $500 Million to Affordable Housing in Seattle Area

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