Rethinking the Shape of the City: SingleStair Reform in Multifamily Housing

Rethinking the Shape of the City: Single Stair Reform in Multifamily Housing

What if a simple change to the building code could transform how we design and

experience housing in New York? This timely conversation examines how single-stair

reform could enable more livable, light-filled multifamily buildings—reshaping urban

density while enhancing community and design quality. Hear from Michael Eliason

(Larch Lab, Seattle), a national voice on single-stair reform and author of Building for

People; Jonathan Molloy (So–IL, Brooklyn), whose work with Tankhaus explores

innovative housing typologies; and Stephen Smith (Center for Building in North

America), leading zoning initiatives around single-stair, elevators, and more.

Moderated by Julie Torres Moskovitz, AIA

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CityTech Voorhees Hall

186 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

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