1.5 LU | HSW
Building Better Boston: Picking Up Where You Left Off In School
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- Program Level
- Introductory
- Prerequisites
- None
- Advanced Prep
- None
Learning Objectives
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Learning Objective 1
Identify architectural elements that can transform underutilized urban spaces into community assets that promote healthy social environments.
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Learning Objective 2
Compare and contrast architectural elements that promote and challenge healthy social environments and community wellbeing in the public realm.
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Learning Objective 3
Explain how phased implementation of community projects can build neighborhood buy-in and create a sense of ownership that contributes to project longevity and maintenance.
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Learning Objective 4
Develop architectural interventions that create safe spaces for community members of all ages to gather, learn, and engage with their neighborhood environment.
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Learning Objective 5
Understand the values brought to design through active listening in the community being served.
Course preview
Our continuing education courses keep you focused on what matters most in architecture and design. Achieve more with continuing education that blends trusted expertise with real world application.
This course explores community-centered design interventions in underserved Boston neighborhoods. Through a series of case studies in Mattapan, Roxbury, and East Boston, Justin Brazier's practice demonstrates how small-scale architectural interventions can address social determinants of health, promote community safety, and create vibrant public spaces that reflect neighborhood identity and meet local needs.
The course examines how architects can effectively collaborate with community stakeholders to transform vacant lots, underutilized buildings, and neglected public spaces into assets that encourage physical activity, improve food access, and foster social connections. Participants will learn practical strategies for phased implementation that builds community ownership, material innovation that considers environmental impact, and design approaches that prioritize public health and wellbeing in historically marginalized communities.
Refund Policy
Refund Policy
If you are not satisfied with your continuing education purchase, request a full refund within 30 days of enrollment before a certificate of completion is issued.
Cancelation Policy
Annual continuing education memberships may be canceled at any time from your account settings; access continues through the end of the current billing period.
Complaint Resolution Policy
Questions or concerns regarding course content, credit reporting, or certificates may be directed to Amber Book support at info@amberbook.com.
Amber Book is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40410829. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA-3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.