AIA Colorado’s Knowledge Community Academy of Architecture for Health presented this virtual event exploring the intersection of public health and design on August 13th, 2024.

Topics discussed include essential public health services, health equity, the social determinants of health (SDOH), strategies to create healthy, equitable communities through case studies on transportation safety, food policy, and housing initiatives. Also discussed is the role of data, community engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration in enhancing public health outcomes, and how designers can effectively partner with public health professionals on healthcare projects.

Presenters included:

• Bill Mahar, AICP, Principal, Norris Design
• Ynke de Koe, MS, RD, Nutrition Integration Specialist, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
• Kristin Ellis, MPH, MURP, Workplace Wellness Strategist, Denver Health
• Liz Young-Winne, MURP/AICP, MPH, Built Environment Coordinator, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
• Jack Reed, AIA, LEED GA, Architect at Page, Moderator Tim Neely, AIA, Architect at SLAM Collaborative, Moderator