Presenter
Presenter
Ms. Riya Rana
MS Strategic Design and Management Parsons School of Design - The New School
Riya Rana, currently finalizing her Masters in Strategic Design and Management at Parsons School of Design, embodies a blend of analytical rigor and creative innovation. Her experience spans across strategic planning, market research and architecture, particularly within the realms of sustainability and urban betterment. Riya's approach integrates a deep understanding of urban dynamics with a keen ability to envision and implement strategic interventions aimed at enhancing community living spaces. Passionate about creating positive change, Riya is dedicated to contributing to the future of urban living through innovative strategies.
Speaking at
Wed Apr 10
11:30 AM — 11:50 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time
New York Hilton Midtown - Level 3, Americas Hall I - Area A
Bridging the Gap: Strategies for Equitable Housing Access in Space-Constrained Cities
In NYC, vacant land is hard to come by. A growing population compounded by international migration has put New York at an inflection point: create more housing or exacerbate the homelessness crisis. Researchers at The Parsons School of Design are discovering the potential of locating modular micro-apartments, integrated with supportive services, on sites encumbered by years of predesign and entitlement processes. Based on preconstruction land leases, this model aims to bridge a critical gap in the "Continuum of Care" while optimizing development costs and unleashing the potential underutilized land for interim community benefit. Presented by ULI's Homeless to Housed Initiative.