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ALL-ACCESS | She Built This: Women Reclaiming Hidden Histories in Residential Architecture

AIA CES program ID: GMG.0040

Approved LUs: 1.25 LU|Elective

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

Imagine a built environment shaped entirely by a complete, unedited history of design, where the brilliant innovations of marginalized visionaries actively inform the future of housing.

The story of residential architecture contains a wealth of transformative strategies developed by women whose profound contributions have historically been omitted from the design canon. This exclusive Gābl Media All-Access Series panel brings together dynamic architectural historians and preservation experts to uncover these vital narratives, illuminating their direct impact on contemporary housing solutions. You will gain unparalleled access to the powerful intersection of equity, architectural preservation, and urban planning, empowering you to integrate these foundational legacies into highly effective modern design.

Lesson Description:

This panel discussion brings together the hosts of She Builds Podcast and architectural historian Kate Reggev to examine the overlooked legacy of women in residential design and construction—and why it matters today. From early neighborhood planning to affordable housing innovation, women have long shaped the built environment, yet their contributions have been largely erased from the narrative. This conversation will explore how that absence has impacted design standards, housing policy, and architectural education—and how reclaiming that history can inform more equitable, effective solutions going forward. Join us for a timely and thought-provoking discussion on visibility, preservation, and the future of housing through a more inclusive lens.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the historical roles women played in shaping American residential architecture, including design, construction, and planning contributions that were omitted from the architectural canon.
2. Analyze how the erasure of women’s work in housing history has influenced current design standards, teaching frameworks, and professional credit structures in the built environment.
3. Examine the parallels between contemporary affordable housing models and past innovations led by women, and understand how these forgotten strategies can inform today’s housing challenges.
4. Explore actionable steps architects and educators can take to restore these legacies, incorporate them into modern design discourse, and use them to reshape inclusive housing practices going forward.

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AIA CES Provider statement

Gābl Media is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10024977. 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.

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