AIA Florida and Florida Housing Coalition “Missing Middle Case Study” Informational Session

Description

Florida’s housing crisis impacts dense urban cities, towns, and rural communities alike. Wages, median incomes, and housing costs vary from region to region, but prices continue to increase everywhere. Given the increasing impacts from storms and extreme heat, new housing must innovate with climate resilient design that can reduce energy costs, reduce risks and insurance costs.

To address the state’s workforce housing crisis, the Florida Housing Coalition and AIA Florida formed a joint task force and are launching a new initiative. Recognizing the key role architects play in creating sustainable, resilient communities, the initiative calls on Florida architects and architecture students to develop Missing Middle Housing Case Studies — designs that bridge the gap between single-family homes and large multifamily buildings. The intent of this joint initiative is to seek out and showcase creative ideas that are appropriate to the diverse local contexts across the state.

An informational webinar will be held on December 8 at noon.