Director of the Human Experience Lab
Dr. Erika Eitland is the Director of the Human Experience Lab at Perkins&Will where she focuses on the public health impact of affordable housing, K-12 schools and urban resilience. She received her doctorate from the Harvard Chan School of Public Health in Environmental Health. Dr. Eitland has presented internationally including the World Bank, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration, American Society of Interior Design and U.S. Green Building Council. She also holds a Master of Public Health in Climate and Health from Columbia University.
Courses
Affordable Living: A Requirement for Sustainable & Equitable Cities
Cities and towns across the nation are grappling with a crisis of affordable living. While some symptoms and strategies are universal, each geographical, social, economic, and political context requires a tailored approach in developing more equitable and resilient communities. Design professionals, public health specialists, policymakers, and community members alike must all come together to best ensure the places we call home are designed in the best interest for all. This panel will explore the topic of housing affordability in three distinct locales through the lenses of architects and planners, both in private practice and non-profit organizations, sharing the common goal of developing quality and affordable housing for all. Hosted by Regional and Urban Design Committee (RUDC).
Course expires 9/10/2025