We are thrilled to announce that The Kelsey Civic Center is a 2026 recipient of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) California Design Awards! This recognition is another reminder that accessible and inclusive housing can be beautiful and innovative. Together, we’re proving that great design can foster true belonging for everyone.
Today marks the 27th anniversary of Olmstead v. Lois Curtis, the 1999 Supreme Court ruling that affirmed the right of people with disabilities to live and receive services in the community. Watch our team give a brief history of the landmark case.
We are thrilled to welcome Scott Edwards Architecture (SEA) to our growing list of Committed Firms! Committed Firms champion the Inclusive Design Standards by actively using and sharing them. They drive access and inclusion forward in their fields, daily work, and communities.
This recap of the 2025 Disability-Forward Housing Futures Summit highlights key takeaways from our accessible housing sessions. Don’t miss out on more powerful conversations like this. Register for this year’s summit at thekelsey.org/events.
Mitchell Park Place opened its doors in Palo Alto, CA! Implementing elements from the Inclusive Design Standards, this vibrant, mixed-use development was designed by one of our Committed Firms, Architects Fora, and brings 50 affordable homes to the community—including 25 homes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
We’re thrilled to welcome Mithun as our newest Committed Firm! Mithun is doing more than just joining a list; by championing the Inclusive Design Standards, they are actively adopting the framework that has supported designers, builders, and developers in creating disability-forward housing across the country. With a powerhouse presence in Seattle, San Francisco, and Los …
For millions of disabled people, finding a home that is both accessible and affordable feels nearly impossible. At the 2025 Disability-Forward Housing Futures Summit, we broke down why people shouldn’t be forced to choose between a home that fits their access needs and one that fits their budget.
Our CEO and Co-Founder, Micaela, was honored by the Harvard Kennedy School with this year’s Alumni Innovation Award for her leadership in advancing a disability-forward housing future. During an award panel, she highlighted how scaling disability-forward housing requires a dual approach of building supportive communities on the ground, while simultaneously transforming the broader systems that support them.
We are incredibly grateful to receive the California Disability Innovation in Advocacy Award from The Arc of California, following a nomination by The Arc of San Francisco. Our Operations Assistant, Isaac, accepted the honor at the State Capitol. Receiving this award amidst protests underscores the importance of our policy work and the urgent need for funded, community-based housing services. Ultimately, being recognized by a fellow organization that shares our deep commitment to the disability community is a wonderful honor.
Our latest California Disability-Forward Housing Working Group meeting featured a discussion on Single-Stair Reform. Learn more about how single-stair reform creates more disability-forward homes.