Code-Compliant Wood Design Across the Continuum of Care for Senior Living
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As the U.S. population ages, demand for affordable senior housing continues to grow. Given the different levels of care provided at senior facilities, designers may wonder how they are classified under the International Building Code (IBC). This course provides an exploration of the unique features and goals of senior living communities, common occupancy groups, and where wood construction is permitted within the IBC. We will address special considerations, such as how to meet fire and acoustic performance requirements with wood assemblies. Additionally, we will delve into the benefits of off-site, modular wood construction to more rapidly meet the growing demand for high-quality senior living.
Register- Location:
- Online
- Date/Time:
- February 18, 2026 | 1:00pm-2:00pm ET
- Credits:
- Attendees can earn 1.0 AIA/CES HSW LU, 1.0 PDH credit or 0.10 ICC credit
Speakers
Greg Gauthreaux, Associate Principal | Perkins Eastman
Greg designs spaces that are focused on authentic human experiences by merging his passion for the creative process with a love and curiosity of innovative technology. He brings over fifteen years of experience in senior living, residential, mixed use, and hospitality projects. As a leader in the senior living practice area, Greg develops a foundation of trust, collaboration, and empathy to form his design approach. He uses these core principles to guide clients through the exciting journey of realizing their vision. With an expertise in building performance and innovative technologies, Greg leads project teams and stakeholders to understand and navigate the social, economic, and environmental decisions that influence the design of their projects.
Stuart Lachs, AIA, LEED AP | Perkins Eastman
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.
