30 October 2017
1:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Although high-rise living has been a staple of some cities since the advent of skyscrapers in the 19th century, close attention has only been paid in recent decades to the sociological and psychological challenges of living in the sky. The high-rise residential experience will be examined from the perspective of developers and designers to uncover how changing design trends can positively impact high-rise residents by creating a sense of community and providing services and amenities across entire buildings.