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ZeroThreshold is a design competition that is about more than creating accessible spaces. It’s about elevating the idea of accessibility through intentionally beautiful design.

This competition is an important step in changing the conversation about accessibility. Not only will it launch Cleveland towards being the world’s best “barrier- free city”, the solutions that surface can be broadly applicable to cities throughout the United States and around the world.

In partnership with the Cleveland Foundation, Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative, and others, North Cost Community Homes has launched a design challenge for 2019 meant to help rethink how we envision and talk about accessibility in housing. Not only will students and professional competitors be designing accessible housing solutions for one of multiple categories for cash prizes totaling $11,000, the winning design will have the opportunity to be built in the Cleveland, OH neighborhood of Old Brooklyn. The competition is open to national and international designers. There is also a special student division.

Akron-Canton CSI now offers many opportunities to reach an audience of hundreds of allied professionals involved in the creation and management of the built environment, including architects, specifiers, engineers, material suppliers, contractors, project managers, owners, and government officials. Companies who choose to advertise with Akron-Canton CSI receive a unique marketing opportunity with a high level of exposure targeted to reach the people and corporations who could help your business grow. 

The Akron-Canton Chapter of CSI, chartered in 1996, is one of 130+ local chapters of The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). CSI is a nationally recognized association of more than 9,500 professionals, dedicated to improving communications within the design and construction team. 

Please contact Jillian R. Tipton for more information or if you have any questions regarding advertising with Akron-Canton CSI. Advertising opportunities are on a first-come first-served basis. Akron-Canton CSI will inform you of availability and work with you to find the right fit for your company's marketing and advertising needs and budget.