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NEWS

​February 21, 2025 

Mikiten Architecture and The Art of Access are thrilled to announce that Erick Mikiten has been elevated to the prestigious College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

This honor recognizes architects who have excelled in their field and made outstanding contributions to architecture and society on a national level.

Erick Mikiten was acknowledged for his leadership in designing projects that showcase innovative Universal Design and for accessible code development through his work as a Governor-appointed member of the California Building Standards Commission. He has influenced the national conversation on inclusive design, making more places enjoyable for more people.

Erick collaborated with the non-profit The Kelsey to create the Inclusive Design Standards. This certification and guidelines system is used by design teams nationwide to make multifamily projects more accessible and inclusive. He is also developing additional standards for Hospitality, Single Family, Workplace, Museum, Retail, Transportation, Education, and Outdoor Space projects.

In addition to designing radically inclusive buildings throughout California, Erick consults with design teams on projects across the US, Europe, and Asia. He is writing a book to guide owners in creating their Dream Home and another book to help architects work with families with needs around disability, aging in place, and multigenerational living.

Less than three percent of AIA members hold the esteemed FAIA designation. This year, 83 member architects out of over 100,000 AIA members were elevated to Fellowship status.

The 2025 Fellows will be honored at an investiture ceremony at Boston’s famed Trinity Church during the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA25) in Boston this June. Read the full article now.
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Universal Design

Imagine design that considers ALL users' needs and varying abilities...over our entire lives. It's not about disability; it's about better living. Learn more Here.
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We elevate Universal Design to an art.
Erick Mikiten's experiences as a wheelchair rider gives us the insight to make beautiful buildings that work for everyone.

Projects should be about the client, not the architect.

Hear more in this short video where Erick Mikiten, AIA talks about Universal Design and how we pay attention to ALL our client's needs and dreams.

"When any barrier falls in America, for anyone, it clears the way for everyone.
When there are no ceilings, the sky’s the limit."    - Hillary Clinton​

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We worked with SF non-profit to create the Inclusive Design Standards - a guidebook and certification system to create better, more accessible, more inclusive multifamily projects. Learn from our 30+ years of accessible multifamily design experience by downloading a copy here.