Stuart is a Managing Principal of Perkins Eastman’s Stamford Studio and leader of residential practice across the firm. He has more than 30 years of experience in commercial and residential design, with specializations in mid-rise, low-rise, and affordable housing. Stuart’s love for practice is rooted in the joy he derives from the variety of roles he gets to play as an architect and the many building types he’s able to work on. He strives to innovate for the benefit of all who inhabit the residential projects, which span luxury and market rate to affordable housing. His inventive solutions to accessibility challenges can be found in housing developments throughout the Northeast.
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Tue Mar 17
10:30 AM — 11:30 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time
Projects Moving the Needle on Sustainability and Affordability
This session showcases three innovative housing projects that advance both sustainability and affordability, creating resilient homes for the future. Featured examples include net-zero single-family homes in Northeast Baltimore, the world’s largest affordable residential Passive House building, serving 700+ families in East Harlem, and a compelling New York model that merges affordable senior housing, Passive House standards, and modular construction. Each case study demonstrates how design, mission-driven partnerships, and sustainability intersect to deliver lasting impact. Hear from project leads about the challenges they overcame and the opportunities ahead for achieving dual goals of affordability and sustainability.