Our country was suffering through a housing crisis, even before the pandemic. We were lucky enough to sit down with a few experts working across the country to build quality housing that individuals and families can afford.

With growing need for affordable housing in our communities, we’re sharing a list of some of our favorite thought leaders in affordable housing that you can follow on Twitter.

Cities across the country are crafting sustainability plans, but the City of Detroit took a unique approach to creating theirs by investing in a massive public engagement initiative to create the city’s first Sustainability Action Agenda.

Like all facets of life, placemaking has needed to evolve with the pandemic and the state of the world. Redefining placemaking to account for safety measures and the need for outdoor space – especially for those who lacked access even before the pandemic.

Why is community engagement so important, specifically in the Bay Area? Three experts agree on one thing: you can’t build in the Bay Area without including the community in the conversation.

Finding the perfect home is always a challenge. When you have to factor in accessibility, however, the stakes are higher, and the options fewer. Here are some tips you can use to make your accessible housing hunt easier, less stressful, and more effective.