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2025 Spring Lecture Series: Philippe Saad and Jovi Cruces

Creating Home and Community: The Pryde – LGBTQ Affirming Senior Housing

Philippe Saad, Principal, (left) and Jovi Cruces, Senior Associate, (right) at DiMella Shaffer.
Philippe Saad, Principal, and Jovi Cruces, Senior Associate, at DiMella Shaffer.

Date

January 14, 2025

Time

6:00 p.m.

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Cost

FREE

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LGBTQ+ older adults have historically faced significant barriers to accessing safe, affordable, and community-affirming housing. This lecture will explore The Pryde, located in Hyde Park, Boston, MA, which stands as New England's first LGBTQ-affirming, income-restricted senior housing. Developed through a grassroots initiative, The Pryde represents a groundbreaking model of inclusive housing that not only addresses the unique needs of LGBTQ+ seniors but also fosters a welcoming, integrated residential community. The discussion will highlight the project's innovative approach to creating a supportive and affirming living environment, both physically and socially, for older LGBTQ+ individuals.

Date

January 14, 2025

Time

6:00 p.m.

For More Info

communications@the-bac.edu

Cost

FREE

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About Philippe Saad

Philippe joined DiMella Shaffer in 2005 and has focused his career on the design and construction of community-based projects in the Senior Living and Multi-family Residential markets for all income levels. Believing that architecture is a tool for equity and social change, he is the co-founder of Project Q Communities and a founding member of LGBTQ Senior Housing Inc., two not-for-profits focusing on facilitating the development of housing for LGBTQ older adults. Philippe is also engaged locally in the Dorchester community where he volunteers in local neighborhood organizations, and at the Boston Society of Architects where he co-chairs the Design for Aging Committee.

About Jovi Cruces

Jovi Cruces is known for his beautiful napkin sketches and his willingness to sketch out a design idea on the fly. His history with architecture started in college after a study abroad experience opened his eyes to the history, language, and culture of design. He loves to design for sites at all scales but is most interested in projects that blur the line between the inside and outside. Jovi received his Bachelor of Arts from Haverford College and his Master of Architecture and Public Policy from Harvard University. Jovi has designed in all of our markets, most recently focusing on designs for the Senior Living market. He conquers Boston’s unreliable public transit and treacherous winters by commuting everywhere on his second pair of legs, his foldable bicycle.

View of the front entrance of The Pryde, a historic landmark, the exterior and interior will be renovated with historically appropriate materials and details respectful to the school’s original character. The Pryde will be Boston’s first LGBTQ-friendly affordable senior housing development. Courtesy of DiMella Shaffer.
View of the front entrance of The Pryde, a historic landmark, the exterior and interior will be renovated with historically appropriate materials and details respectful to the school’s original character. The Pryde will be Boston’s first LGBTQ-friendly affordable senior housing development. Courtesy of DiMella Shaffer.
The Pryde will be Boston’s first LGBTQ-friendly affordable senior housing development and includes multiple spaces for community programming to welcome neighborhood residents to the inclusive space. Courtesy of DiMella Shaffer.
The Pryde includes multiple spaces for community programming to welcome neighborhood residents to the inclusive space. Courtesy of DiMella Shaffer.
Interior view of The Pryde's new sunroom for residents is designed with a coffee bar, bookcases and a fireplace and large windows overlooking the courtyard. Courtesy of DiMella Shaffer.
Interior view of The Pryde's new sunroom for residents is designed with a coffee bar, bookcases and a fireplace and large windows overlooking the courtyard. Courtesy of DiMella Shaffer.
View of The Pryde's landscaped courtyard will include raised beds, a walking track, and outdoor seating below a pergola for social gathering. Courtesy of DiMella Shaffer.
View of The Pryde's landscaped courtyard will include raised beds, a walking track, and outdoor seating below a pergola for social gathering. Courtesy of DiMella Shaffer.

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