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Maximizing Urban Density: Creative Solutions in Small Lot Housing
Program Description:
In the conversation with Alan Scales, Principal at KTGY Group, he discusses the design and challenges of the June Street Collection project, a high-density residential development in Hollywood.
Scales explains that the project’s location in a densely built urban area necessitated creative solutions for maximizing space and integrating with the neighborhood’s aesthetic. The design incorporated a progressive Spanish style with stucco exteriors, handmade ceramic tiles, and large custom wood windows. Unique solutions for attic ventilation and rooftop deck drainage were implemented to maintain both functionality and visual appeal.
Scales also reflects on the importance of early collaboration with clients and stakeholders to ensure the best design solutions are realized. He emphasizes that pushing for the right solutions from the start and coordinating closely with construction teams can lead to more successful outcomes. Lastly, Scales expresses a desire to reduce reliance on automobiles in urban design, which could significantly impact how communities and homes are planned in the future.
Learning Objectives:
- Analyze the design and architectural strategies used by KTGY Group to balance urban density and functionality in small lot housing projects.
- Evaluate the impact of integrating rooftop decks and private outdoor spaces on residential design and marketability in urban environments.
- Assess the challenges and solutions in adapting housing designs to meet neighborhood aesthetics and regulatory requirements, including the use of alternative materials and ventilation methods.
- Explore innovative approaches to reducing automobile dependence in housing projects and their potential influence on future urban design and infrastructure.
AIA CES Program ID #: GMGH.0010
Approved Type: HSW
Approved Credit Hrs: 1.0 LU
Program Length: 47:37 Minutes
Program Level: Entry
Category: Project Planning & Design
Instructional Delivery Method(s):
- Podcast
Program Length:
- 47:37 Minutes
Approved Learning Units and Type:
- 1.0 LU|HSW
AIA CES Program Approval Expiration Date:
- Approved: 08/15/2024
- Expiration: 08/15/2027
Prerequisites:
- None
Program Level:
- Entry
Advance Learner Preparation:
- None
AIA CES Provider Statement:
ARCAT is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 39336325.
All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs.
Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES.
Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members.
Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.