Presenter
Presenter
Mr. Alex Haecker
Owner AWH Architects
Alex Haecker brings over 25 years of experience in architecture, historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and urban design. His expertise spans a wide range of projects, including historic renovations, adaptive reuse, urban infill, and workplace environments and mixed-use developments. Alex is deeply committed to community service, having served three terms as a Commissioner on the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission and actively engaging with nonprofit boards. A member of ULI since 2024, he frequently speaks on panels about adaptive reuse, historic preservation, and design innovation's social impact. Alex is a licensed architect in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan and is involved with the American Institute of Architects, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Speaking at
Mon May 12
10:30 AM — 10:50 AM (GMT-07:00) Mountain Time
Avivo Village: Winner of the 2024 ULI Americas Awards for Excellence
Category
Housing/Residential
Avivo Village provides transitional homeless housing in a reuse of a 48,600-square-foot distribution building. Low-barrier entry requirements and its downtown location make Avivo accessible to homeless people who may not be accepted elsewhere. To better serve the residents' needs, the team used trauma-informed design and an extensive engagement process. As a result, the interior of the building has open corridors with natural light and individual units, giving its residents a sense of community and safety. Comprehensive support services offer health care and prepare residents for the transition to permanent housing. Community leadership played a crucial role in modernizing zoning regulations and building codes to permit Avivo and protect the safety of the residents.