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Beyond Density: Building Mid-Rises for Community and Connection

Beyond Density: Building Mid-Rises For Community & Connection (#29)

Jaegap is a founding principal of Studio JCI, a Toronto-based architecture firm designing and building over eight million square feet of residential projects annually. He graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Toronto.

Recognized for his leadership as an architect, Jaegap is an advocate for bolstering timeless projects that contribute to the social, economic, and cultural fabric of the built environment. Jaegap brings a keen sense of design and well-developed project management skills to each project, enabling clients to gain a complete understanding of the design and process. 

Jaegap Chung
In this episode, Join Payam and architect Jaegap Chung, founding principal of Studio JCI, as they delve into the complexities and future of urban housing design. Jaegap, a first-generation immigrant and seasoned architect focusing on housing solutions, shares insights on creating livable and sustainable mid-rise buildings in Toronto. The conversation navigates through the evolution of housing trends, the quality of city design, public and private realms, and the importance of creating functional living spaces. Discover the challenges and solutions related to urban housing, including the benefits of mid-rise buildings, the importance of public transportation, and how prefabrication and automation can shape the future of construction. A must-watch for anyone interested in architecture, urban planning, and housing policy.
  • Biggest Challenges in Urban Housing and City Planning
  • Top Mid-Rise Building Trends in Urban Design
  • What to Consider Before Starting an Urban Infill Development
  • How to Improve Livability in Mid-Rise Apartment Buildings
  • Best Ways to Maximize Small Space in Urban Housing
  • What Is a Third Space and Why It Matters in Urban Living
  • How Mid-Rise Buildings Can Help Revitalize Neighborhoods
  • Common Housing Development Problems and How to Solve Them
  • Innovative Housing Ideas for the Future of Cities
  • How to Build Community in Multi-Unit Residential Buildings
  • What Is Co-Living and How It Builds Social Connection
  • How to Speed Up the Housing Development Process
  • What’s Next for the Construction Industry in Canada
 

Construction Innovation Checklist 

This document is a supplementary resource to
episode #24 of the Real Estate Development
Insights Podcast in which Payam Noursalehi shares a practical framework for evaluating and selecting the most suitable innovative systems for your next project. 

Construction Innovation: Balancing Tradition and Modern Solutions – A Practical Framework For Your Next Project
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Payam Noursalehi
Payam Noursalehi

President of Dena Project Management, Payam is A Real Estate & Construction Professional with a passion for Mid-Rise projects. His experience comes from his exposure to multiple aspects of the industry, such as Engineering, Construction Management, Development Management, and Private Equity Investment.

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