Housing the Nation: Social Equity, Architecture, and the Future of Affordable Housing.

The article discusses the affordable housing crisis in the United States and proposes potential solutions. It highlights the fact that over 40 percent of the population is considered rent burdened, and homelessness has become more prevalent in many cities. The book, "Housing the Nation," takes a holistic view of the crisis, analyzing its root causes and exploring various perspectives. It also discusses the history of mobile homes as a solution to the affordability gap and addresses the cultural contempt that hampers the industry. The article concludes by mentioning a specific affordable housing project designed by Alexander Gorlin Architects. [Extracted from the article]

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